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The Arc Wabash County to celebrate opening of Kaleidoscope Studio

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Wabash County, IN – Grow Wabash County is excited to join The Arc Wabash County to celebrate the grand opening of their Kaleidoscope Studio with a ribbon-cutting on Monday, July 14.“Grow Wabash County is proud...

Choice Physical Therapy to celebrate North Manchester grand opening

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Wabash County, IN – Grow Wabash County and Manchester Alive are thrilled to be joining Choice Physical Therapy to celebrate the grand opening of their new location in North Manchester. To mark the occasion, there...

Duke Energy awards grants to local economic development organizations to boost growth, job creation in northern Indiana

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Release courtesy of Duke EnergyPLAINFIELD, Ind. – Duke Energy has selected five economic development organizations in northern Indiana for inclusion in its 2025 Partnership Program, which funds marketing and strategic efforts to attract new jobs...

How Rural Communities Can Overcome Workforce Challenges Through Strategic Marketing

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The Workforce Crisis in Rural AmericaWorkforce shortages are one of the biggest obstacles rural communities face today. Businesses are struggling to fill open positions, young professionals are leaving for bigger cities, and many rural regions...

Wabash named Top 100 Micropolitan by Site Selector Magazine for second year in a row

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Release excerpts courtesy of Site Selector Magazine[Site Selector Magazine] has awarded the Governor’s Cup annually since 1988, based on new and expanded corporate facilities as tracked by the proprietary Conway Projects Database. Site Selection, published...

Growing Leaders in Agriculture: Heartland Career Center's Precision Agriculture Program

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February 13, 2025

Heartland Career Center's Precision Agriculture Program students are learning in-demand skills, ready to start their agriculture career. From learning to pilot a drone of acres of farmland, collect data to optimize crop yields and install...

Wabash County named Stellar Pathways designee

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December 17, 2024

Read the official announcement from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) here.Wabash County, IN – Today, the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) announced Wabash County as one of two...

Wabash County Adult Learning Center to Open in Spring 2025

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October 18, 2024

Release courtesy of Learn More CenterWabash, IN — Construction of an Adult Learning Center is underway at 1100 Cass Street, Wabash, the former Miller Furniture Store. Wabash County industry, economic development, education, government, and philanthropy...

Grow Wabash County hosts annual WACCY Golf Outing

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Wabash County, IN – On Wednesday, June 4, Grow Wabash County hosted its annual WACCY Golf outing at the Honeywell Public Golf Course. Despite short windows of rain scattered throughout the afternoon, the good times...

YPWC welcomes four new committee members

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Wabash County, IN – The Young Professionals of Wabash County (YPWC) are excited to share that the YPWC Steering Committee is growing! The group recently added four new young professionals that will bring new ideas...

LDWC 2024-2025 graduates receive certificate, IUK micro-credential

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Wabash County, IN (MAY 19, 2025) – Grow Wabash County is proud to welcome 24 new graduates to its network of Leadership Development Wabash County (LDWC) alumni.These emerging leaders were recognized for their completion of...

Cold Storage: A Growing Necessity for Agricultural Success

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As the agriculture industry continues to evolve to meet the demands of a growing global population, one factor has become increasingly vital to its success: cold storage.While preserving perishable goods at low temperatures has existed...

Five Main Streets, One County: How Wabash County's Main Street Organizations Are Building Stronger Communities

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In a county of just over 30,000 people, having five active and engaged Main Street organizations is nothing short of remarkable. Wabash County, Indiana, stands out among rural communities for its commitment to making its...

Wabash, IN: A Rising Destination for Business Growth and Quality of Life

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Wabash, Indiana, is making waves in the economic development landscape, earning a well-deserved spot on Site Selection Magazine's 2024 Top Micropolitan List. Ranked tied for 39th, it is an impressive jump from its previous tied...

Why Hiring Interns is One of the Smartest Investments Your Business Can Make

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Hiring interns delivers measurable returns on investment (ROI) for businesses across all industries. They contribute to productivity while gaining hands-on experience and often introduce fresh ideas that drive innovation. Interns bring enthusiasm and a willingness...

Tariff 101: The What, How, and the Potential Impact of Tariffs on Wabash County, IN

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December 20, 2024

Tariffs are often discussed in the context of global trade wars and national economies, but their widespread use has the potential to impact local communities. Understanding tariffs, how they work, and their local effects is...

From Line to Leader: Homegrown Employees to Guide Your Company’s Future

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In an all too common theme, manufacturers nationwide struggle with external applicant searches to fill their open positions. Many invest in hiring events and recruitment strategies to fill the critical roles for their operation’s success...

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