Fishburn to lead CarmelFest parade

Jason Fishburn to lead CarmelFest parade
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Indianapolis Police Officer, Jason Fishburn, will be the Grand Marshall for the 2010 St.Vincent Heart Center of Indiana Parade at CarmelFest.  The theme for this year’s parade is “Celebrating American Heroes”.  According to Parade Chairperson, Peggy Powell, “Officer Fishburn was our first choice as Grand Marshall since he embodies the spirit of a true hero.”
 
On July 10, 2008, Jason Fishburn suffered a near fatal gunshot wound to the head while leading a police chase to appre­hend a homicide suspect. His bravery and miraculous recovery have been an inspiration to the commu­nity. For his heroic actions, Fishburn was awarded the Purple Heart and Medal of Honor by the IMPD.
 
Added patriotic salutes slated for the Parade include color guards represent­ing the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, and the World War I “Hoo­sier Doughboys”.  Color guard brigades will include men dressed in period uniforms as they carry the flags of their day along the parade route.
 
The Parade begins at 10:30 am on July 5th. The parade route will start at AAA Way on Carmel Drive, proceed North on Range Line Road, and end at Carmel High School on Main St.
 
For information visit the CarmelFest web site:    www.carmelfest.net