Encouraging words for EDC: ‘Ahead of schedule’
Three encouraging words echoed throughout the Henry County REMC Community Room recently: “Ahead of schedule.” The words, spoken multiple times by Kim Cronk, president of the Commissioners, were music to the ears of New Castle-Henry County Economic Development Corp. board members concerning a myriad of major projects going on throughout […]
READ MOREAirport future: Taking off in a new direction?
Is it time for the New Castle Board of Aviation Commissioners to take off in a new direction as far as its consultant is concerned? At the end of a special BoAC meeting Monday, the potential end of a long-standing relationship with Woolpert, an Indianapolis firm, was part of a […]
READ MOREEDC director salutes Stellar efforts
A “Stellar” sort of glow illuminated the September meeting for the New Castle-Henry County Economic Development Corp. Board of directors. EDC President Corey Murphy took time before his regular report Sept. 12 to salute all of those in New Castle, Knightstown and Henry County who have been involved in the […]
READ MOREComing Home to Give Back- Mont and Cheryl’s Story
Many times, you need to step away from something to realize what you had with to start. This is how Montford and Cheryl Switzer felt when they decided to come back home to Henry County. In 1972, Mont and his new bride, Cheryl, were ready to begin their lives together. […]
READ MOREUnexpected Intern- Jalen Lowder
In the realm of internships, it can often be unpredictable on whether they’re helpful for the intern and the organization who hired them. The stereotype of an intern can typically be somewhat abstract from the start, but Jalen had project-specific goals and he was a near-perfect fit for New Castle […]
READ MOREThe Tools to Bring You Home- Robby Taylor’s Story
Many children spend their adolescent years dreaming of becoming a doctor, firefighter, or famous actor. Some ponder the idea of moving hundreds of miles away and creating a new life for themselves. Robby Taylor, however, had a different life plan for himself- staying in Henry County and working alongside his […]
READ MOREA foundation to build on for years to come
With its stately Roman-esque columns, the home of Henry County Community Foundation stands tall along Ind. 3. But the real “building” is seen in multiple locations outside New Castle, touching virtually every small community in every direction. Thursday morning, the New Castle-Henry County Economic Development Corp. board of directors heard first-hand about the […]
READ MOREEDC highlights enthusiastic endeavors
The ‘E’ in EDC clearly stood for enthusiasm Thursday morning. During the New Castle-Henry County Economic Development Corp. Board of Directors meeting, key words like “Stellar” and “groundbreaking” along with “upscale” were used. A pool’s success – and progress made by pooling resources – were praised. Progress was reported by […]
READ MOREEDC explores new heights – in more ways than one
Interest remains high in Henry County as far as future business expansion possibilities are concerned. If only the ceilings of available buildings were higher. Members of the New Castle-Henry County Economic Board of Directors heard both good news and how future business needs are changing during their July meeting Thursday. […]
READ MORELifeLine Lands Here to Stay
What started with a grass runway decades ago is now the newest home to Indiana University Health’s LifeLine Helicopter. A project more than a year and a half in making was officially christened in ceremonies and an open house at Marlatt Field. The New Castle-Henry County facility is now one […]
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