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Jackson County Fair: A classic Indiana celebration
BROWNSTOWN – The Jackson County Fair, a renowned event held in Brownstown, Indiana, offers a wide array of activities and attractions for all ages. With its diverse food options ranging from local specialties to classic fair fare, the fair caters to every palate. Visitors can explore the fairgrounds using a detailed map available on the official website. For those seeking entertainment, the grandstand hosts a variety of events, while numerous exhibits showcase local talent and creativity. Additionally, the fair celebrates the accomplishments of young people through its extensive 4-H program.
Indiana veteran pays for flagpole and flags to honor fellow vets in his community
SCOTTSBURG, Ind. (WAVE) - A senior living facility in Scottsburg, Ind. has a new flagpole thanks to a current resident. Jerry Montgomery is an Army veteran who bought the necessary equipment to honor fellow service members living in his community. You can find the flags at the Scott Valley Court...
JJ’s Star Spangled Salute: A Veteran Gives The Gift of The Flag
Today, we salute Army Veteran Jerry Montgomery. Jerry said when he was a boy it was always his dream to join the military. He is now a resident at a senior living facility in Scottsburg, Indiana and he’s doing something very special for other Veterans. He is honoring them by purchasing a flag and a flag pole for them to proudly display. Jerry said he saved his money to be able to do this to show his gratitude for the kindness he has been shown over the years. Thank you for your special gift Jerry and THANK YOU for your service.
Late EMS Paramedic To Be Honored
Scott County Board of Commissioners approved the use of the courthouse for the celebration of life for Devonnia Tscheulin at their regular meeting on July 17. Tscheulin was a paramedic for Scott County EMS that lost her life due to complications from child birth last year. The life celebration will...
Jennings County celebrates Chris Asher’s ‘Sagamore of Wabash’ Award
NORTH VERNON, Ind. – The public is invited to join the Jennings County Historical Society on Thursday, August 1, to celebrate longtime volunteer Chris Asher, recipient of the 2024 Sagamore of the Wabash Award. Drop in at the historical society, 134 E. Brown St., in Vernon, between 5 and 7 p.m., to congratulate Chris and other volunteers.
Indiana system CEO to retire after 17 years
Jim Bickel, president and CEO of Columbus (Ind.) Regional Health, will retire next year. Mr. Bickel has been with the system for nearly 34 years, according to a news release shared with Becker's on July 26. He stepped into his current role in 2007. Starting Aug. 1, current COO Steve...
Columbus, IN: A Place In Time
An excerpt from American Modern: Community; Architecture; Columbus, Indiana, written by Matt Shaw and photographed by Iwan Baan. A new book chronicles the historic civic project that built one of the most architecturally important cities in the country—and shows how its working-class citizens fit into the forever-modernist landscape. IN...
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