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INDOT to Discuss 'Refined' Option For I-69 Section 6

Indiana Department of Transportation officials will next month hold public meetings to update modifications made to the preferred path of the final section of the I-69 expansion. INDOT says the sessions in Martinsville, Indianapolis and Greenwood will cover a "refined preferred alternative" for Section 6 that has been reviewed by the Federal Highway Administration. The local meeting will take place at Martinsville High School on Tuesday, September 12th from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 

Mike Dellinger, MCEDC executive director, encourages all interested parties to participate. "Morgan County has good relations with INDOT and state and local leaders continue to work to find solutions that will benefit everyone who will use or be affected by the interstate in the future. Let's keep that momentum by attending and commenting at the September 12th meeting in Martinsville."

Click here for the full article from Inside INdiana Business
Workforce Development

Morgan County Labor Market Update- July 2017

Labor Force
Employed
Unemployed
37,175
35,961
1,214
Rate
Previous Month
Previous Year
3.3%
3.0%
4.0%
 
*Not seasonally adjusted
July 2017 Unemployment Rate IN: 3.4%, US: 4.6%
Source: Indiana Department of Workforce Development

Labor Force does not include retired persons, students, those taking care of children or other family members, and others who are neither working nor seeking work.   


Coming soon: Artesian Group presents, listens to downtown ideas
 
Approximately 150 gathered at the Martinsville Chamber of Commerce building on Tuesday to discuss a large investment project in the downtown area. The Artesian Group is a joint effort between Craig and Mary Fenneman and Doug and Paula Molin, who plan to invest more than $4 million in buildings in downtown Martinsville.

"This is about two-way communication - us communicating to the city of Martinsville what our plans are. It is about us getting feedback from the community," Molin said.

Fenneman announced he had been in negotiations with Big Woods Brewery to open a location at the Union Block Building, 10 E. Morgan St., but that Big Woods would not be part of the project.  He said he is still in negotiations to bring another brewpub to the city and hopes to make that announcement soon.
 
 Click here to read the full article from the Indiana Economic Digest
More News Around Morgan County

Upcoming Community Events

Check Visit Morgan County's handy calendar to find all sorts of events coming up throughout the county. Take a look at what's going on  this month , or search by date, event category, keyword or location.
Sept. 2nd, 7am-9am
Pioneer Park
Sept. 8th-10th
Main St, Monrovia
Sept. 16th 
Hunter's Honey  Farm
Sept. 21st, 6pm
@ Art Beyond Crayons
Sept. 23rd, 11am-2pm
@ Pioneer Park 
Sept. 23rd-24th
@ Waverly Old Town Park

Upcoming Business Events




Investor Spotlight

Jeff Banning founded Banning Engineering in 1994 with the vision to create an organization that would represent his values, character, and passion. Over the last 20 years, Banning Engineering has evolved and grown into an organization of skilled individuals who have a similar vision and dedication. This dedication enables the firm to excel at a wide variety of projects including but not limited to: site development, storm water resources, survey, water & sanitary sewer, economic development, construction services, recreation & quality of life, and transportation.  Learn more about Banning Engineering


Home Bank SB was chartered in 1890 as a mutual institution which essentially means that it is owned by its depositors. Without private ownership or stockholders, the bank's profits are allocated entirely to its capital reserves, resulting in greater fiscal strength and resources for community support. Home Bank strives to lead by example in building a legacy of giving back to the communities served. Home Bank plans to continue this philosophy with the hops of being able to make a greater impact in the years to come. Open an account with Home Bank today!


Mike Dellinger
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LeeDa Allen
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The MCEDC works to attract new companies to the county and assists existing companies by providing educational opportunities and resources that foster growth.