June 2, 2026
Rediscovering East Central Indiana: Hummel Drive-In in Winchester
What does it feel like to step back in time—without ever leaving your car? In Winchester, it feels like a night at the Hummel Drive-In. Tucked just outside of town along State Road 32, this…
May 28, 2026
Rediscovering East Central Indiana: A Step Back in Time at Johns Brothers General Store
Part of exploring East Central Indiana is rediscovering the kinds of places that feel timeless. Places where conversation matters. Where craftsmanship is valued. And where stepping through the front door feels less like entering a…
May 21, 2026
Rediscovering East Central Indiana: Bloom & Glow in Richmond
Rediscovering East Central Indiana is a blog series from Forge East Central Indiana highlighting the experiences, events, and destinations that make our region unique. From cultural attractions and community traditions to outdoor experiences and hidden…
May 14, 2026
Rediscovering East Central Indiana: The Rinard Orchid Greenhouse at Ball State
Sometimes, the most unexpected places leave the strongest impression. Tucked inside a campus building at Ball State University, the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse offers something you might not expect to find in East Central Indiana—a tropical…
May 7, 2026
Rediscovering East Central Indiana: A Region Built on Speed
In Indiana, racing isn’t just a pastime—it’s part of the culture. From dirt tracks to paved ovals—and even straight-line drag strips—the sound of engines and the energy of race day have long been woven into…
April 30, 2026
Rediscovering East Central Indiana—One Stop at a Time
In a world that moves fast, it’s easy to overlook what’s right in front of us. Across East Central Indiana, there are communities filled with history, character, and experiences that often go unnoticed—not because they…
November 19, 2024
Sweet Conversations: Inside the Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival
We recently chatted with Dustin Cornett of the Chocolat Café in Rushville about the upcoming Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival – the first of its kind in Indiana! What is the Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival? An…
August 8, 2024
Indiana’s READI Program Brings New Entertainment Center, Arts Education to East Central Indiana
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) joined local and regional leaders today in Gas City to celebrate the grand opening of the community’s new Gas City Performing Arts Center – one of the first Indiana…
July 15, 2024
Things To Do in Winchester, Indiana
Located less than 15 miles away from the Indiana-Ohio border, Winchester is one of several state-line communities in East Central Indiana. Despite its proximity to the state boundary, Winchester fully retains its Hoosier identity, which…