EDC Appoints New Officers and Board Members
The monthly meeting of the New Castle Henry County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) staff and board of directors included updates to the board for 2024-2025. The board approved the slate of officers and board seats unanimously. Jennifer Fox, Henry County Community Foundation, is serving as board chair with Brian Ring, […]
READ MORESupporting Entrepreneurs in Henry County
Supporting entrepreneurs and the expansion of small businesses is part of our mission at the New Castle Henry County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) and our community partners. Creating a healthy environment or eco-system for the creation and growth of small businesses is a long term strategy for improved quality of […]
READ MOREIndiana 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 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 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 MORELocal Couple Leans Into Hospitality Through Homestay Hosting
Henry County receives an estimated 218,000 visitors annually and needs more accommodations to cater to them. The historic New Castle Fieldhouse alone attracts visitors annually for the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame Classic, state tournaments, championship games, and more. These events bring money into the local economy, and more accommodations […]
READ MOREVolunteers needed for 2024 eclipse events
Corey Murphy never thought he’d be talking about port-a-potties to the Henry County Council. The president and CEO of the New Castle-Henry County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is planning for the April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse and hopes everyone else is, too. Murphy spoke the county council Thursday in […]
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