October 6, 2026
Henry Community Health Breaks Ground on New Surgical Center in Knightstown
A $17.5 million investment will expand access to outpatient surgical care, create new healthcare jobs and continue the growth of Henry Community Health’s Knightstown campus. Healthcare access is an important part of a community’s quality…
October 1, 2026
Five Years Later: What I Wish I Had Known About Breast Cancer, Treatment and the Resources Around Us
For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, one East Central Indiana survivor reflects on diagnosis, treatment, identity and moving forward—and shares resources available to patients and families throughout our region. Recently I had my port removed. I’d…
September 8, 2026
Brewing More Than Coffee: Randolph County Entrepreneurs Recognized by the State
Throughout this series, Forge ECI is highlighting East Central Indiana entrepreneurs featured in the Indiana Economic Development Corporation’s Entrepreneurship Indiana 2025 publication and our 10th edition of Livability East Central Indiana. Each story celebrates the…
September 3, 2026
Upland’s Main Street Mile Reaches Halfway Point in $100 Million Community Transformation
Big things are taking shape in one of East Central Indiana’s small towns. Upland’s Main Street Mile Initiative has reached the halfway point in an ambitious effort to strengthen the connection between downtown Upland and…
September 1, 2026
Leading with Heart: WholeHeart Communications Recognized for Supporting Small Business Success
Throughout this series, Forge ECI is highlighting East Central Indiana entrepreneurs featured in the Indiana Economic Development Corporation’s Entrepreneurship Indiana 2025 publication and our 10th edition of Livability East Central Indiana. Each story celebrates the…
August 27, 2026
Ball State Expands Access to Primary Care Across East Central Indiana
Access to quality healthcare is an important part of building strong, thriving communities—and a new initiative from Ball State University will soon provide another healthcare option for individuals and families across East Central Indiana. Ball…
August 25, 2026
Innovation in Action: How One Entrepreneur Is Helping Manufacturers Make More Possible
Throughout this series, Forge ECI is highlighting East Central Indiana entrepreneurs featured in the Indiana Economic Development Corporation’s Entrepreneurship Indiana 2025 publication and the 10th edition of Livability East Central Indiana. Each story celebrates the…
August 18, 2026
From Mowing Lawns to Building a Business: A Young Entrepreneur’s Journey
Across East Central Indiana, entrepreneurs are transforming ideas into businesses that create jobs, strengthen communities, and drive innovation. In this series, Forge ECI is highlighting local business owners featured in the Indiana Economic Development Corporation’s…
August 11, 2026
Livability Spotlight: Firehouse BBQ & Blues Fuels Growth in Richmond
Great businesses don’t just serve customers—they create experiences that bring people together. That’s exactly what Firehouse BBQ & Blues has done in Richmond. What began as a neighborhood barbecue restaurant has grown into one of…