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Destigmatizing and uncovering the truth behind Seasonal Affective Disorder
Destigmatizing and uncovering the truth behind Seasonal Affective Disorder
Asini Jayarapu and Emma Hu
Culture influences continue to modernize ballet
Students, teacher bring praise to ethnic traditions to American Thanksgiving
Students, teacher bring praise to ethnic traditions to American Thanksgiving
Student from farm-owning family, teachers, promote reliance on farms in increasingly urban times
Student from farm-owning family, teachers, promote reliance on farms in increasingly urban times
Students, teacher weigh impact of celebrity endorsements on students’ political views
Students, teacher weigh impact of celebrity endorsements on students’ political views
The Way the Cookie Crumbles
The Way the Cookie Crumbles
The Wicked
The Wicked
November Nurses
November Nurses
50 years of SNL
50 years of SNL
A Knight to Remember
A Knight to Remember
Graphic Perspective: Binge-watching is a slippery slope
Graphic Perspective: Binge-watching is a slippery slope
Opposing Column: The new ACE schedule is detrimental for students
Opposing Column: The new ACE schedule is detrimental for students
Opposing Column: The new ACE schedule is a beneficial change
Opposing Column: The new ACE schedule is a beneficial change
Staff Editorial: The variety of class options at this school is commendable
Staff Editorial: The variety of class options at this school is commendable
Opposing Column: Living in the moment is more important than buying souvenirs on a trip
Opposing Column: Living in the moment is more important than buying souvenirs on a trip
Club sponsor Matthew Cinkoske works at his desk. Cinkoske said the Quiz Bowl members have grown in their strengths. “Everyone works hard, they’re in high-level classes, and they want to do their best,” Cinkoske said.
Quiz Bowl prepares for second semester, reflects on end of semester
Sophomores Shambavi Muralidaren and Alex Mi practice their presentations about Endocrinology during their G4 human body systems class on Dec. 10, 2024 in Alyssa Ament's room. They successfully completed their practice and continued to review for the assessment. “We’ve been in the rigorous process of preparing our final slides presentation, I think we’ll do good,” Mi said.
Students, assistant principal wait for feedback on new ACE schedule, anticipate challenges, benefits
Claire Barbour, the Sugar Plum fairy at the CIDE performance, poses for professional ballet photos. This is Barbour’s second time performing the nutcracker, a very important role in the performance this year. Barbour said, "I hope to show them that if you have a dream or a dream role, like the Sugar Plum was to me, to never stop chasing it and to never give up.” (Submitted Photo: Claire Barbour)
Central Indiana Dance Ensemble performs annual Nutcracker production
Superintendent Michael Beresford informs the board that renaming the court has been in the works since 2020. Beresford said the global pandemic threw a wrench in these plans, but they are finally back on track.
CHS to rename basketball court
Senior Kaden Rush practices a piece on the violin during the Cultural Exchange Project’s performance rehearsal at CHS on Dec. 9, 2024. As the president of CEP, Rush handled scheduling meetings throughout the year.
Club Spotlight: Cultural Exchange Project
Sophomore Atharva Sahu poses with his younger brother and paternal grandparents in his grandparent’s rural village of Kathonda, India on Dec. 10, 2019. Sahu visited his grandparents’ old house, which they had left over 40 years ago. Sahu said, “You are able to get a sense of how other people in different situations and environments live.” (Submitted Photo: Atharva Sahu)
Communication plays an important role in distant family connections
Sophomore Ellen Rozmaryn volunteers at a small museum in Christkindlmarkt. Rozmaryn said this experience strengthened her connections to the community.
Christkindlmarkt volunteers build personal cultural awareness
Senior Feryal Haider uses ChatGPT to solve math problems on a whiteboard on Dec. 3. Haider said effective AI use has helped her perform better in school.
Teacher, students weigh benefits, drawbacks of Artificial Intelligence in education
David Fronek, a finance and investment teacher, teaches the class different investment strategies on Nov. 7, at Carmel High School. “The internet provides access to significantly more information and knowledge about how to invest and what investments are available,” Fronek said.
Students, teacher evaluate the rise of youth participation in the stock market, positive effects
Kids draw and participate in Diwali activities at the Diwali party held at Midtown on Oct. 26. Arya said the experience was really fun and allowed her to connect with her culture better.
Hindu students share Diwali celebrations, impact on cultural identity
Photoessay : Women's Basketball Game Dec. 10
Photoessay : Women’s Basketball Game Dec. 10
Senior Ethan Zhang gets ready as he prepares for his state swim meet. In this meet CHS became the 2024 state champions. (Submitted photo: Ethan Zhang)
Athlete Spotlight: Ethan Zhang on committing to Columbia University
Keep the New Gloves: Fighter Safety Is Non-Negotiable [opinion]
Keep the New Gloves: Fighter Safety Is Non-Negotiable [opinion]
Senior Grace Kim plays tennis with a brace after recovering from her ACL tear. Kim said she's played more cautiously since she sustained her injury. (Submitted photo: Grace Kim)
Athletes, coach reflect on impact of injuries on athletics
Nov 13. Assistant coach Andy Markowitz runs through drills with the team, helping them understand the concept and importance of the drill and how it correlates to playing on the field.
Students, coaches analyze benefits and drawbacks of transitions between coaches
Isaiah Henderson, Ambassador's member and senior, performs his solo for the song "The Greatest Snow" alongside Greyhound Sound members on Dec. 3 in the Dale E. Graham Auditorium for the final rehearsal of Holiday Spectacular. Holiday Spectacular was split into two different acts with an intermission in between.
Holiday Spectacular Q&A with students
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, "Celebrate the Season"
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, “Celebrate the Season”
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Singer Louis Tomlinson performs at Everwise Amphitheater on Jun. 7. The English singer-songwriter was touring on the Faith in the Future World Tour.
Students, economics teachers discuss rise in concert attendance despite dramatic increase in ticket prices
"Wicked" poster controversy sparks a debate about the importance of accuracy versus artistic freedom [opinion]
“Wicked” poster controversy sparks a debate about the importance of accuracy versus artistic freedom [opinion]
Q&A with Maddie Arroyo and Julia Hohne on World Food Championships win
Q&A with Maddie Arroyo and Julia Hohne on World Food Championships win
Students, teacher reflect on changing perception of Black Friday
Students, teacher reflect on changing perception of Black Friday
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
Senior Jessica Dinh films in the CHTV studio. Dinh said her favorite part of the filmmaking process is editing.
Q&A with CHTV member and senior Jessica Dinh on Emmy win
Junior Veronica Farrell interacts with a Carmel Elementary School student at her after-school job on April 30. Farrell said one of her favorite parts of her job is helping kids make crafts.
Q&A with junior Veronica Farrell and senior Zoey LaFollette on experiences working with elementary school students
Q&A with Sergeant Troy Smith, CCS SRO, K9 supervisor, trainer, about K-9 officers
Q&A with Sergeant Troy Smith, CCS SRO, K9 supervisor, trainer, about K-9 officers
Junior Sriyesh Sirineni works on his Integrated Marketing Campaign paper on Feb. 16 for upcoming DECA competitions. Sirineni said his motivation for DECA comes from the opportunity to travel to California and the social aspects during competitions.
Q&A with junior Sriyesh Sirineni on DECA competitions
Sophomores Luke Boyce and Hannah Sevening rehearse for their duo musical act on Jan. 17. They prepared for the upcoming Indiana State Thespians Conference on Jan. 19-20.
Q&A with sophomores Luke Boyce, Hannah Sevening on Theater, competing at the Thespian State Conference
CHS students share their dream vacation destinations
CHS students share their dream vacation destinations
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Humans of CHS: When should we start listening to holiday music?
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
Humans of CHS: Halloween Costumes
Humans of CHS: Halloween Costumes
Humans of CHS: Senior Advice
Humans of CHS: Senior Advice
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, "Celebrate the Season"
Litebox Special Feature: Holiday Spectacular, “Celebrate the Season”
Month In Review: November 2024
Month In Review: November 2024
Month In Review: October 2024
Month In Review: October 2024
Month In Review: August/September 2024
Month In Review: August/September 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2024
Wordle: December 18
Wordle: December 18
Connections: December 13
Connections: December 13
Wordle: December 12
Wordle: December 12
Word Search: December 12
Word Search: December 12
Mini Crossword: December 3
Mini Crossword: December 3
Connections: December 13
Connections: December 13
Connections: November 19
Connections: November 19
Connections: October 30
Connections: October 30
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
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Crossword: September 9
Crossword: August 12
Crossword: August 12
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 1
Crossword: April 1
Mini Crossword: December 3
Mini Crossword: December 3
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Mini Crossword: November 19
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Mini Crossword: November 12
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Mini Crossword: October 30
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Mini Crossword: October 23
Wordle: December 18
Wordle: December 18
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Wordle: December 12
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Wordle: November 4
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Wordle: October 15
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Wordle: October 4
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Word Search: December 12
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Word Search: November 26
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Word Search: November 15
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Word Search: October 23
Review: “We Live in Time” leaves you wanting more [MUSE]
Review: “We Live in Time” leaves you wanting more [MUSE]
Review: The premise of "Culinary Class Wars" is refreshingly unique and deserving of more attention [MUSE]
Review: The premise of “Culinary Class Wars” is refreshingly unique and deserving of more attention [MUSE]
Introducing: "The Muses Who Stole Christmas," a collection of reviews for you to follow through winter [MUSE]
Introducing: “The Muses Who Stole Christmas,” a collection of reviews for you to follow through winter [MUSE]
Review: "Meet Me Next Christmas" is a cheesy and predictable watch, but it was worth every minute [MUSE]
Review: “Meet Me Next Christmas” is a cheesy and predictable watch, but it was worth every minute [MUSE]
Review: "Gilmore Girls", the perfect fall show [MUSE]
Review: “Gilmore Girls”, the perfect fall show [MUSE]
Review in Print: Maripaz Villar brings a delightfully unique style to the world of WEBTOON [MUSE]
Review in Print: Maripaz Villar brings a delightfully unique style to the world of WEBTOON [MUSE]
Review: “The Sword of Kaigen” is a masterpiece [MUSE]
Review: “The Sword of Kaigen” is a masterpiece [MUSE]
Review: Gateron Oil Kings, great linear switches, okay price [MUSE]
Review: Gateron Oil Kings, great linear switches, okay price [MUSE]
Review: “A Haunting in Venice” is a significant improvement from other Agatha Christie adaptations [MUSE]
Review: “A Haunting in Venice” is a significant improvement from other Agatha Christie adaptations [MUSE]
Review: A Thanksgiving story from elementary school, still just as interesting [MUSE]
Review: A Thanksgiving story from elementary school, still just as interesting [MUSE]
Review: "When I Fly Towards You", cute, uplifting youth drama [MUSE]
Review: “When I Fly Towards You”, cute, uplifting youth drama [MUSE]
Postcards from Muse: Hawaii Travel Diary [MUSE]
Postcards from Muse: Hawaii Travel Diary [MUSE]
Review: "Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Movie," departure from original show [MUSE]
Review: “Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Movie,” departure from original show [MUSE]
Review in Print: "Hidden Love" is the cute, uplifting drama everyone needs [MUSE]
Review in Print: “Hidden Love” is the cute, uplifting drama everyone needs [MUSE]
Review in Print: "Heartstopper" is the heartwarming queer romance we all need [MUSE]
Review in Print: “Heartstopper” is the heartwarming queer romance we all need [MUSE]
Carmel Eatery EP 2: Is BuffaLouie's Carmel the new place to go?
Carmel Eatery EP 2: Is BuffaLouie’s Carmel the new place to go?
Keeping up with Carmel EP 2: The Halloween Episode, Halloween traditions, and trick or truth?
Keeping up with Carmel EP 2: The Halloween Episode, Halloween traditions, and trick or truth?
Carmel Eatery EP 1: Review of Fat Dan's Chicago-Style Deli
Carmel Eatery EP 1: Review of Fat Dan’s Chicago-Style Deli
Keeping up with Carmel EP 1: Homecoming themes, reality shows, and how to apply for college
Keeping up with Carmel EP 1: Homecoming themes, reality shows, and how to apply for college
HiLite of the Week EP 2: Nov. 6 Weekly News Roundup
HiLite of the Week EP 2: Nov. 6 Weekly News Roundup
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[Photo] Student musicians use social media as platform to promote musical careers

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May 19, 2016
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[Photo] LIGHT BRIGHT: Ben Scholer

15min
May 19, 2016
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[Photo] FURY ON WHEELS: Chloe Wiser

15min
April 21, 2016
KEEPING UP THE PACE: Senior Ben Veatch runs along the track at practice. Veatch said he believes that, due to their hard work, the team will reach state and receive deserved recognition for their efforts. KYLE CRAWFORD // PHOTO

[Photo] RUNNING DOWN THE COMPETITION: Men’s track and field team hopes to defend State title

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April 21, 2016
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[Photo] Let’s Develop a Game: Christopher Oyer

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April 20, 2016
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[Photo] Students weigh advantages, disadvantages of modern spring musical

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April 21, 2016
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[Photo] PHOTO ESSAY: CHS nd.battle 2016

Contributor
April 18, 2016
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[Photo] PHOTO ESSAY: Intramural Basketball Championship

Contributor
April 18, 2016
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[Photo] Jazz Ensembles to showcase at upcoming performance Jazz Expressions

entertainment
March 18, 2016
WARMING UP: Zoe Woods, varsity tennis player and junior, practices at Carmel Raquet Club. Woods and her teammates have been working hard to get back in shape for their potentially history-making season. KYLE CRAWFORD // PHOTO

[Photo] BUILDING A DYNASTY: women’s tennis team could win fourth consecutive state title for the first time with new coach

sports
March 18, 2016
CONSCIOUS ATHLETE: Men’s varsity basketball player and junior Sterling Brown shoots a basket. Unlike many of his teammates, Brown chooses not use social media. KYLE CRAWFORD / PHOTO

[Photo] Playing the Social Game: Student athletes take precautions on social media in order to properly represent CHS

sports
February 19, 2016
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[Photo] PHOTO ESSAY: CHS vs Pike Men’s Basketball

Contributor
February 1, 2016
NOT A STROKE OF LUCK: Senior Claire Adams practices her breast stroke during practice. Adams will be a member of the state team hoping to break the national record for the most consecutive state titles with its 30th consecutive state win. KYLE CRAWFORD // PHOTO

[Photo] Women’s swimming has chance to set national record for most consecutive state titles

sports
January 21, 2016
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[Photo] INNOVATIVE VISION: Senior Vikas Maturi has invented a new way to perform eye injections

15min
January 21, 2016
Helping hand: Senior Kyle Yost stands proudly in front of the CHS men’s basketball uniforms. This will be Yost’s fourth year managing the team. Kyle Crawford // Photo

[Photo] Senior Kyle Yost manages CHS men’s basketball team

sports
December 14, 2015
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[Photo] All in the Holidays: Classic Christmas music, movies remain popular at CHS

entertainment
December 14, 2015
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[Photo] Let’s Get Down to Business

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December 14, 2015
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[Photo] Playing By the Rules: As student athletes mature and gain experience, their opinion and treatment of referees changes

sports
October 9, 2015
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[Photo] Students of Rock: Q&A With Oxford Comma

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September 16, 2015
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[Photo] BEE-HOLD THE BUZZ: Senior Kyle Betelak is a beekeeper

Beats
April 23, 2015
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[Photo] SPREADING THE WORD: Senior Abby Abel serves on the Special Olympics National Youth Activation Committee (YAC)

15min
March 20, 2015
Senior Drew Greene has filled out his March Madness bracket using formulas. Greene said he has ended up around the 98th percentile previously.

[Photo] Against the Odds: CHS Students Attempt To Make Perfect Brackets Despite Low Odds

sports
February 20, 2015
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[Photo] THE GIRL ON FIRE: Junior Amy Hanners performs flaming stunts

Beats
February 20, 2015
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[Photo] SCIENCE PIONEER: Senior Rishabh Kumar performed award-winning biophysics research

15min
January 22, 2015
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[Photo] THE ‘KING OF INSTRUMENTS’: Junior Joseph Huang plays the pipe organ

15min
December 12, 2014
Senior Ben Thatcher holds his snowboard. Thatcher started snowboarding at the age of 10 and said he likes the adrenaline he gets from the sport.

[Photo] X-tremely Popular

Author Archives
December 12, 2014
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[Photo] A NOVEL HOBBY: Senior Ari Roberts has been writing a fantasy trilogy

15min
November 14, 2014
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[Photo] PHOTO ESSAY: Football Sectional vs Fishers

Contributor
November 3, 2014
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[Photo] THAT’S MY VOICE: Senior Makenzie Hart played the voice of Young Jock in “Jock the Hero Dog”

Beats
October 10, 2014
TOUCHDOWN BOUND: Quarterback and junior Michael Viktrup attempts to score a touchdown during the Homecoming game against Pike on Sept. 12. Carmel won the game 48-21.

[Photo] Ready for Revenge

Author Archives
October 10, 2014
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[Photo] The Show Must Go On: Second place does not dampen marching band’s enthusiasm for championships

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October 10, 2014
Clutching a loose ball, senior Chrishan Fernando holds up his prize to the world. Fernando helped CHS beat Pike 564-0 in the Homecoming football game Feb. 21. KYLE CRAWFORD / PHOTO

[Photo] PHOTO ESSAY: Homecoming Football Game

Contributor
September 17, 2014
The Cross Country team competes at a meet. The team plans on continuing their streak of winning State this year. PHOTO / KYLE CRAWFORD

[Photo] New Coach, Same Goal: men’s cross-country team attempts three-peat

Author Archives
September 12, 2014
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[Photo] It’s 9/11. It’s also my birthday. Freshman Gabi Rivera was born on Sept. 11, 2000.

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September 11, 2014

[Photo] #ALSICEBUCKETCHALLENGE TRICKLES THROUGH CARMEL

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September 11, 2014
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[Photo] Never forget. 9/11 is a day of remembrance and respect.

perspectives
September 11, 2014
STUDIO FUN: In the Studio Theater, director and senior Kinsey Erickson directs rehearsal for the upcoming Studio One Acts. The acts will include four one-act, comedic plays.

[Photo] Coming to a Theater Near you: Studio one acts to run from Sept. 25 to 27

entertainment
September 23, 2014
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[Photo] Sophomore Cameron Lindley plays soccer for the U.S. U-17 National Team

Beats
May 31, 2014
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[Photo] Gender Equality. Directors should give women more protagonist character roles in the film industry.

entertainment
April 24, 2014
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[Photo] Photo of the Day

Author Archives
March 13, 2013
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[Photo] Junior Alanna Rader is a singer/songwriter

15min
March 27, 2014
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[Photo] Photo Galleries

Author Archives
March 13, 2013
Junior Jessica Earnhardt displays some of her handmade jewelry and crocheted items. Earnhardt says she loves working with her hands and has too many creations to keep. KYLE CRAWFORD / PHOTO

[Photo] Junior Jessica Earnhardt runs her own business, Pretty Shiny Ware

15min
January 23, 2014
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[Photo] Central Indiana has many winter activities to offer

entertainment
December 13, 2013
Sam Milstone flagpoles on a tree. Milstone has learned many unusual skills such as flagpoling, eating glass and breathing fire. CRAWFORD / PHOTO

[Photo] Senior Sam Milstone eats glass

15min
October 11, 2013
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