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Celebrated Singing Hoosiers Return to FCHS for Concert
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January 25, 2024
From current pop songs to classics and from toe-tapping routines to sparkling choreography, Indiana University’s famed Singing Hoosiers will return to Southern Indiana for a concert at 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 9, at Floyd Central High School, 6575 Old Vincennes Road in Floyds Knobs. Known as IU’s Ambassadors of Song, the Grammy-nominated Singing Hoosiers will present “Coming of Age,” a 90-minute celebration of popular song and dance spanning multiple decades, including music of Irving Berlin, Hoagy Carmichael, “La La Land,” and “Newsies.” Tickets to the concert are $10 for adults and $5 for students. They are available by phoning […]
Stites & Harbison Welcomes Donovan D. Gibbs II to the Louisville Office
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January 25, 2024
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Jan. 24, 2024)—Stites & Harbison, PLLC welcomes attorney Donovan D. Gibbs II to the firm based in the Louisville, Ky., office. He joins the Intellectual Property & Technology Service Group. Gibbs’s practice focuses on counseling clients in litigation and transactional matters involving intellectual property. He assists clients with the selection, adoption, registration and protection of their trademarks as well as registration of copyrights. He also assists clients with a variety of transactional issues including those related to licensing of copyrights, trade secrets, trademarks and other intellectual property rights. As a former college athlete, Gibbs is passionate about providing […]
Jeffersonville Public Art is Celebrating American Painters Day by honoring artist and community muralist, Damon Thompson.
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January 22, 2024
Jeffersonville Public Art is thrilled to announce an upcoming event to celebrate the exceptional talents and contributions of a community muralist, Damon Thompson. The event will take place on February 3rd at the Art Center in the NoCo Arts and Cultural District. Damon Thompson, a dedicated artist in and around the community, has transformed public spaces with his vibrant murals that tell stories, evoke emotions, and reflect the unique spirit of local neighborhoods. Known for his expansive murals, his art has become integral to fostering a sense of pride and connection among residents. The event will showcase Damon Thompson’s work, […]
River Ridge Announces Key Organizational Leadership Positions
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January 22, 2024
Board elects new leadership and talented professionals assume key positions Jeffersonville, IN (January 22, 2024) – The River Ridge Development Authority (RRDA) is positioned to have yet another successful year in 2024 with its team of talented professionals. At the January board meeting, Dr. Treva Hodges, Mayor of Charlestown, was unanimously voted in as the new President of the Board of Directors. That position had been previously held by J. Mark Robinson since 2006. Mayor Hodges has been a member of the Board of Directors since 2020. “It is an honor to have been chosen to serve as President of […]
Jeffersonville Public Art will be Rolling with Art This Year!
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January 18, 2024
We are celebrating the Launch of our Art Mobile for the 2024 season. “Art on Wheels: Nurturing Creativity Wherever We Roll” **FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** Jeffersonville Public Art is thrilled to introduce the Art Mobile, a dynamic art initiative bringing free art education across our local community. The inaugural public art class event is scheduled for January 27, 2024 – marking the beginning of a year-long journey of art exploration. The Art Mobile is a traveling art program funded by Jeffersonville Public Art, aiming to make art education and exploration accessible to all ages and skill levels. From painting to […]
Family Ark, Inc. Receives Grant of $10,000
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January 18, 2024
Family Ark, Inc. has received a grant of $10,000 from The Gheens Foundation, Inc. to help strengthen families and create a healthier community in Southern Indiana. This funding from the Gheens Foundation will also help provide operational support for Family Ark’s growth and core programming over the next 12 months. Jeanean Jacobs, President/ CEO of Family Ark, said, “We are thankful to the Gheens Foundation for this generous grant. We depend on community donors such as the Gheens Foundation, to help us provide hope and the necessary treatment services that are critical to keeping children safe and families together and […]
Ribbon Cutting Set for New TEN20 Craft Brewery in Southern Indiana
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January 12, 2024
TEN20 Craft Brewery bringing people together for good in South Clarksville. CLARKSVILLE, IN (January 9, 2023) – TEN20 Craft Brewery is thrilled to announce the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for its highly anticipated new location in Clarksville, Indiana. The celebration will take place on Friday, January 26th, at 2:00 pm, at the Brewery nestled inside the Bolt + Tie building at 1400 Main Street, just a stone’s throw away from the scenic Ohio Riverfront. Known for its commitment to excellence and a passion for community, TEN20 Craft Brewery vows to uphold the highest standards of quality, service, and community citizenship, aiming […]
New Hope’s New VP/CFO
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January 11, 2024
Jeffersonville, Ind. – January 11, 2024 – With the new year, New Hope is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeffery Fortwengler as its new Vice President/Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Mr. Fortwengler brings a wealth of experience to his role, previously serving as the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer for the Waterfront Botanical Gardens. With a career spanning over 30 years, he has demonstrated expertise in financial management, planning and analysis, business leadership, and corporate strategy. In addition to his extensive professional experience, Fortwengler is well-educated, holding an Advanced Accounting certification from Bellarmine University, where he achieved a perfect 4.0 […]
Workforce Development at the YMCA
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January 8, 2024
Thanks for Renewing Your Membership | December 2023
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January 2, 2024
One Southern Indiana would like to thank the following members for renewing their membership in December 2023. Quarter Century Club (25 Years or More) Member Since Indiana-American Water Company 1967 Graceland Baptist Church 1970 PC Home Center 1978 Libs Paving Co., Inc. 1990 American Red Cross Louisville Area Chapter 1991 Hope Southern Indiana, Inc. 1998 Rock Creek Community Academy 1998 Wiggam Lumber, Inc. 1999 Ten to 24 Years Smith Creek, Inc. 2001 Business Health Plus, Inc. 2003 LL&A Interior Design 2005 R. H. Clarkson Insurance Agency 2007 Peyton’s Barricade & Sign Co. 2008 Industrial Air Centers, Inc. […]
Thank You for Renewing Your Membership | November 2023
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December 4, 2023
One Southern Indiana would like to thank the following members for renewing their membership in November 2023. Quarter Century Club (25 Years or More) Member Since Stites & Harbison, PLLC 1982 Louisville Business First 1984 PNC Bank 1985 Ten to 24 Years Building & Development Association of Southern Indiana 2001 One Vision Credit Union 2002 Unified Technologies 2010 Five to Nine Years Purdue Polytechnic New Albany, Purdue University 2014 Seven Development, LLC d/b/a 7D Commercial Real Estate 2015 The Wheatley Group 2015 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana 2016 Volunteers of America Mid-States 2017 […]
Goodbounce to Host Ribbon-Cutting for New Clarksville Pickleball Location
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November 30, 2023
Louisville-based company bringing premium indoor pickleball facilities to Southern Indiana. CLARKSVILLE, IN (November 30, 2023) – Goodbounce is pleased to announce the opening of the company’s newest premium indoor pickleball facility in Southern Indiana. Located in the heart of Clarksville’s new booming downtown area, Goodbounce will create a one-of-a-kind destination for pickleball enthusiasts. The ribbon-cutting for the new 1,600 square-foot facility will be held on Friday, December 8th at 10:00am. Following a short program, media and members of the public will be invited to tour the facility or pick up a paddle and try out the new courts. Goodbounce will […]
Louisville Zoo Announces a “Pawsome” New Winter Holiday Event
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November 29, 2023
Adventure through the Louisville Zoo as it launches a new winter holiday event — “Qannik’s Beary Happy Holiday.” Areas of the Zoo will be transformed into a winter wonderland throughout the month of December, providing a unique opportunity to experience the holidays alongside the community’s beloved animal residents. Families are invited to create memories and celebrate with polar bear Qannik and her animal companions as they enjoy special holiday-themed enrichment activities during the first three weekends of December (2 – 3, 9 – 10, and 16 – 17). Guests can stop by the Zoo’s Gift Shop, December 1 – 17, […]
Stites & Harbison Welcomes Seven Attorneys to Multiple Offices
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November 28, 2023
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Nov. 17, 2023)—Stites & Harbison, PLLC announces the addition of seven attorneys to the firm. Four attorneys join the Lexington, Ky., office: Harlee Havens, Brandon Lira, John Paul Stilz and Conner Wehrle. Alexandra Dunn, Lucy McIntire and Haley Duncan join the firm in Jeffersonville, Ind., Louisville, Ky. and Nashville, Tenn., respectively. Harlee P. Havens is a member of the Torts & Insurance Practice Service Group. She earned her J.D. from the University of Kentucky J. David Rosenberg College of Law, summa cum laude and Order of the Coif, in 2022. In law school, Havens was the managing editor […]
Area entrepreneurs earn seed money, experience at pitch contest
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November 28, 2023
NEW ALBANY, IN (November 22, 2023) – The tension was palpable as entrepreneurial finalists gathered Saturday at the Next Big Thing Pitch Contest at Indiana University Southeast. The inaugural event capped a week-long list of activities in southern Indiana as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week. In total, eight local entrepreneurs pitched their ideas to a group of judges, vying for seed money, space at Novaparke Innovation & Technology Campus, membership to Maker 13, and scholarships to Indiana University Southeast. Sponsors included Indiana University Southeast and the IU Southeast School of Business and community partners including the Indiana Small Business Development […]
IU Southeast names 2024 Chancellor’s Medallion honorees and scholars
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November 28, 2023
NEW ALBANY, IN (November 27, 2023) – Indiana University Southeast is proud to announce two recipients of the 2024 Chancellor’s Medallion. Dana Huber, Vice President of distribution and public relations at Huber’s Orchard, Winery & Vineyards, and the Starlight Distillery, and Gary Libs, chairperson of the board for Libs Paving Company, Inc., and president of Asphalt Supply Co. Inc., will be honored April 13, 2024, at the Chancellor’s Medallion Dinner at The Foundry in Jeffersonville. The Chancellor’s Medallion is the highest honor presented by the chancellor of IU Southeast. It is given to individuals who have rendered distinguished service to […]
Southern Indiana Tourism Bureau Announces Online Absolute Auction For Jeffersonville Commercial Building Complex
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November 28, 2023
Southern Indiana Tourism Bureau Announces Online Absolute Auction For Jeffersonville Commercial Building Complex The Harritt Group, in partnership with The Southern Indiana Tourism Bureau, is excited to announce an online absolute auction for two unique properties located at 305 & 315 Southern Indiana Avenue, Jeffersonville, IN. The two properties will be sold together as one to the highest bidder with no minimum or reserve. The Southern Indiana Tourism Bureau will continue to serve the area from its newly renovated location in downtown Jeffersonville at 228 Spring Street, Suite 106. This unique commercial complex features the historic and beautifully restored 1929 […]
The Southern Indiana Visitor Center is Moving to New Location
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November 28, 2023
The Southern Indiana Visitor Center is Moving to New Location “SoIN” Visitor Center and offices moving to Spring Street in downtown Jeffersonville in early 2024 Jeffersonville, Ind. (Nov. 28, 2023) – SoIN Tourism, the convention and tourism bureau for Clark and Floyd counties in Indiana, is moving to a high-traffic location to serve visitors in early 2024. After more than 25 years at their Southern Indiana Avenue location, the SoIN Tourism office, as well as its neighboring visitor center, are moving to 228 Spring St., Ste. 106 in Jeffersonville, Ind. The visitor center and tourism offices will be combined into […]
Southern Indiana Works Hosting Apprenticeship and Trades Fair for National Apprenticeship Week
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November 14, 2023
For Further Information Contact: 11/14/2023Carrie BaylorRegistered Apprenticeship Coordinatorcarrie@soinworks.com812.941.6436www.soinworks.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Southern Indiana Works Hosting Apprenticeship and Trades Fair for National Apprenticeship Week New Albany, IN – Southern Indiana Works (SIW) today announced its recognition and celebration of the U.S Department of Labor’s 9th Annual National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) with an Apprenticeship and Trades Fair taking place at Prosser Career Education Center, 4202 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN on Thursday, November 16th from 3pm – 6pm. Those considering a career in skilled trades are encouraged to attend and meet with industry experts, training providers, and top local employers to […]
Entrepreneurs to Pitch Ideas at IU Southeast’s Next Big Thing
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November 14, 2023
NEW ALBANY, Ind. (Nov. 13, 2023) – Budding entrepreneur finalists will have a chance to pitch their ideas and take home seed money and other prizes as part of The Next Big Thing Pitch Contest, sponsored by the IU Southeast School of Business, Maker 13, Indiana Small Business Development Center, NovaParke Innovation & Technology Campus, and the New Albany Floyd County Library. The live pitch event will be held on Saturday, November 18th from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Hoosier Room, located in the University Center North Conference Center on the IU Southeast campus. The public is invited […]