West Fork Whiskey set to open agritourism facility in Westfield

Indianapolis-based West Fork Whiskey Co. will next week mark the grand opening of its $10 million agritourism facility in Westfield. The 30,000-square-foot facility includes expanded distillery operations for the seven-year-old company, as well as a restaurant, cocktail lounge, event center and retail space. ... Read More

Indiana farmland hits record highs

Indiana farmland prices hit record highs over the last year, according to the latest survey from the Purdue University Department of Agricultural Economics. The survey shows top-quality farmland averaged $12,808 per acre between June 2021 and June 2022, up nearly 31% over the prior 12-month period.... Read More

Noble County debates solar farm acreage cap

Noble County commissioners are debating a proposal to cap solar farm acreage in the county to 4,700 acres. Currently, the county allows solar panels to be installed at a home or business without limitations, and there is not an acreage restriction for solar farms.... Read More

Thor, Winnebago provide funds for new DEI grant opportunity

Elkhart-based Thor Industries (NYSE: THO) is partnering with the Together Outdoors Coalition to support diversity, equity and inclusion within the outdoor environment. Thor, along with Minnesota-based Winnebago Industries Inc. (NYSE: WGO), are providing funds for a new grant program designed to support equity and inclusion among recreational organizations.... Read More

AskRose Homework Help program ready to help

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is once again be offering its free tutoring service to help students struggling with math and science homework. For more than 30 years, the AskRose Homework Help program has helped middle and high school students with challenging subjects, such as calculus, chemistry and physics.... Read More

Martin County Alliance for Economic Growth names director

The Martin County Alliance for Economic Growth has appointed Jessica Potts to the role of executive director. The organization says Potts most recently worked for the Southern Indiana Development Commission, helping the region develop an economic recovery and resiliency plan.... Read More

Indy plumbing company expands to Fort Wayne

Indianapolis-based Peterman Brothers is expanding its services with a new location in Fort Wayne. Peterman, an HVAC and plumbing company serving the Greater Indy area, says its northeast Indiana location will provide a full line of HVAC and plumbing services.... Read More