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  In economic development circles, there is often a tendency to talk about entrepreneurship in broad, aspirational terms—innovation, disruption, growth. But on the ground, in communities like those across East Central Indiana, entrepreneurship is far more personal. It is measured in long hours, careful decisions, and the quiet determination to build something that lasts. That is precisely ...read more

Professor recognized as Distinguished Scholar by the Indiana Academy of Science Hisako Masuda, Indiana University Kokomo professor of biochemistry, was honored by the Indiana Academy of Science (IAS) as its 2026 Distinguished Scholar. The award is given to an individual who is recognized by the IAS as having an exceptional record of scholarship. Recipients are selected from nominations submitted ...read more

A McCulloch Junior High School student recently earned a national award in the annual Scholastic Art and Writing competition. Tallulah Gibson, MJH 8th-grader and a CSA Arts Academy student, was awarded a National Silver Key in the sculpture category at national level competition for her piece titled “Cuddle Bug”. Tallulah’s art advanced to the national competition by earning the highest ...read more

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 19, 2026     CONTACT: Patricia Gibson, Director of Communications, Marion Community Schools cell: 765.618.2924 email: pgibson@marion.k12.in.us     Gianettes are IHSDTA scholastic hip-hop champs!   Congratulations to the Marion High School Gianettes dance team on their victory at the IHSDTA state finals!  The Gianettes earned the hip-hop title for the ...read more

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 25, 2026   CONTACT: Patricia Gibson, Director of Communications, Marion Community Schools cell: 765.618.2924 email: pgibson@marion.k12.in.us     Marion JROTC marksman Hamilton qualifies for Junior Olympics and All-Services National Championship   Marion JROTC cadet Gwynneth Hamilton has qualified for two prestigious national marksmanship competitions:  She ...read more

Marion robotics squad headed to state finalsMcCulloch Tech Giants will compete on March 14 in Indianapolis McCulloch Junior High’s Tech Giants are headed to state finals!  Earlier this year, the Tech Giants Team B earned their state finals berth by claiming the Robot Skills Champion Award during the invitational held at Justice Intermediate School on Feb. for the Frances Slocum Elementary League ...read more

I&M Offers Free Online Sessions to Help Customers Understand Their Bills   FORT WAYNE, IN, March 04, 2026 – Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) is hosting four “Understanding Your Bill” virtual learning sessions.  The events, which will be held for I&M residential customers in both states, are designed to help customers gain a clearer understanding of how their monthly bill is calculated. I&M ...read more

  PRESS RELEASE Twin sisters pioneer honors program for online RN to BSN students KOKOMO, Ind. — Twin sisters Ashley Derf and Heather Grandstaff love a challenge. So, when they were invited to join Indiana University Kokomo’s honors program as students in the online RN to BSN program, the siblings were determined to take the opportunity. Grandstaff, from Walton, reached out to honors program ...read more

​Brianna Coffing ;​Haley Anderson ;​+17 others​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Marion Community School of the Arts Now Accepting Applications for 2026–2027 Board of Directors Marion, IN — The Marion Community School of the Arts (CSA) is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for individuals interested in ...read more

Your Monthly Snapshot of the Region  Labor Market ReviewThe Labor Market Review contains a monthly snapshot of various labor market information in Economic Growth Region 3. This report consists of data for December 2025. Some of the data in this report includes:Labor force: employment and unemployment Consumer Price IndexUnemployment insurance claimsWARN NoticesIndiana Career ...read more

Purdue is hosting the Just In Time Career Fair on April 15th, 2026! This is Purdue’s only career fair that welcomes all employers from all industries and provides a unique opportunity to connect with Boilermaker Talent across all majors.This is your chance to recruit and engage with top-notch Purdue Talent in hopes to fill those 'just in time' summer internships and full-time opportunities. Space ...read more