May 12, 2026
Henry County Business Builders Series Concludes with Pitch Night
by Christy Ragle, Wholeheart Communications, LLC. Months of learning, dreaming, and planning culminated for three area businesses during the Henry County Business Builders Pitch Night. Community leaders, family members, and friends gathered to hear pitches…
May 5, 2026
Building the Workforce: Growth at Muncie Training Center Reflects Rising Demand
Across East Central Indiana, demand for skilled talent continues to shape the future of our workforce. In Muncie, that demand is showing up in a tangible way through the recent expansion of the carpenters union…
April 28, 2026
Ball Brothers Foundation Grantee Spotlight: Ivy Tech Muncie Building Programs That Keep Pace with the Workforce
MUNCIE, IN — Walk into almost any hospital, manufacturing floor, or tech office in East Central Indiana, and chances are you’ll find someone who got their start at Ivy Tech Community College. As the largest…
April 20, 2026
More Than a Degree: How Ivy Tech is Strengthening Lives, Communities—and Indiana’s Economy
What makes a community a great place to live? It’s more than just jobs or wages—it’s opportunity. It’s the ability to build a future, stay close to home, and create a life that feels stable,…
April 13, 2026
Build Your Business with Confidence: MadJax Small Business Week Returns May 4–9
Entrepreneurs, makers, and creatives are the backbone of East Central Indiana’s local economy—and supporting their success is essential to building strong, vibrant communities. That’s why we’re excited to share an upcoming opportunity designed to do…
April 8, 2026
Small Town, Big Vision: How Two 19-Year-Old Entrepreneurs Are Revitalizing Pennville
In the heart of Jay County, something special is brewing—literally and figuratively. Two 19-year-old entrepreneurs are not only launching businesses, but also breathing new life into their hometown. Through passion, creativity, and a deep respect…
July 18, 2024
East Central Indiana Is Alive — An Intern’s Perspective
Below is a personal account written by Adam Altobella, who served as a marketing intern for the East Central Indiana Regional Partnership (ECIRP). “I am the only member of my family born in Indiana.” This…
June 20, 2024
Richmond Beverage Solutions Investing $44.8 Million, Creating 65 Jobs
Richmond Beverage Solutions LLC, a subsidiary of Dairy Farmers of America, located in Richmond, is investing $44.8M to expand its current facility, adding new equipment to modernize its manufacturing process. The project will initially create…
June 6, 2024
TRAC program allots more than $210,000 to early care and learning providers
The Training, Resource, and Advocacy Connector (TRAC) — an initiative of the East Central Indiana Talent Collaborative (ECITC) — announced the allocation of more than $210,000 to 22 early care and learning (ECL) providers across…