Indiana Destination Development Corporation Shares Contribution of Travel & Tourism to Henry County Economy
A new study released by Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch with the Indiana Destination Development Corporation (IDCC) shows the Indiana tourism industry’s growing momentum and continued positive impact on the local economy. “Local tourism has continued to be a catalyst for economic growth at the county level,” said IDDC Secretary and CEO […]
READ MORESaddle Club had nearly $5 mil in local economic impact in 2023
Henry County Saddle Club (HCSC) President Rebecca Baker updated county elected officials this month on the many things the saddle club accomplished last year. The HCSC is wrapping up construction of the new Jordan Arena, a $300,000 project funded through Henry County Food and Beverage tax money, as well as […]
READ MORELilly Endowment awards $50,000 to Henry County Community Foundation
The Henry County Community Foundation has received a $50,000 planning grant as part of the Lilly Endowment’s Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow (GIFT VIII) initiative. “This GIFT VIII planning grant will allow us to continue the momentum that began with our efforts from GIFT VII in childcare development,” said the […]
READ MOREMaking moves in Henry County
Henry County’s MakeMyMove program is well underway. Since the launch of the program in August of 2022, Henry County has welcomed three “movers.” The MakeMyMove initiative is a partnership between the New Castle-Henry County Economic Development Corp. (EDC), the Henry County government, the City of New Castle and the Indiana […]
READ MOREMerry Christmas to and from the EDC
Business leaders and elected officials celebrated the 2023 holiday season with a special Christmas breakfast Thursday. The New Castle-Henry County Economic Development Corp. (EDC) December meeting took place at Primo Restaurant in New Castle, with a buffet menu of eggs, bacon and sausage, fresh fruit and Jack’s donuts for dessert. […]
READ MORECreating Unforgettable Wedding and Event Memories in Henry County
Denise and Joe Peacock are the proprietors of the magnificent Boondocks Barn & Lodge on Montgomery Creek Ranch in Knightstown. Boondocks is a wedding and special occasions venue hosting events 365 days a year with activities and accommodations for an entire weekend. Denise Peacock’s love for the beauty of the […]
READ MOREHenry County Businesses Urged to Prepare for Solar Eclipse: Public Meeting is Jan. 9
April 8 will be a big day in Henry County. Local leaders urge the community and local businesses to be ready for the 2024 Solar Eclipse. […]
READ MORECareer Coach Liaison Connects Schools and Businesses
“Connecting schools with businesses and vice versa is a long-term strategy to build community prosperity,” noted Corey Murphy, President of New Castle-Henry County EDC. […]
READ MOREDraper cuts ribbon on 100,000 sq. ft. addition
SPICELAND — Draper, Inc., officially unveiled Building 10 at its manufacturing campus in Spiceland on Tuesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring company leadership. The 100,000 square foot building brings the amount of total space to 500,000 square feet. In a nod to the expanded space, guests were treated with “100 […]
READ MOREHenry County Company Investments Will Bring 150 New Jobs To Community
There is a flurry of construction activity all across Henry County, Indiana. From Mooreland to Knightstown and points in between, over $175 million of capital investment is underway with 150 + new jobs in the county. […]
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