BY JULIE YOUNG According to the American Pet Products Association, 95 million American households own at least one pet, and they are projected to spend $165 billion on those companions in 2026, including food, supplies, veterinary care, grooming, and other services. This investment in pet care is driving new trends. High-tech devices High-tech pet gadgets… Continue reading.

BY JULIE YOUNG Fostering an animal not only provides a safe, loving environment for socialization but also frees up shelter space and allows you to enjoy the companionship of a new friend without the permanent commitment.  Getting started After deciding on the type of animal you’re interested in fostering, research local shelters that offer fostering… Continue reading.

BY JULIE YOUNG At some point, most children express a desire to care for a pet. Although they promise to feed, water, and play with the proposed animal, a pet is a big responsibility, and it’s important to make this step a positive experience for everyone involved.  Age appropriate Experts say it is important to… Continue reading.

In July, Indiana Connection celebrated its 75th anniversary. The magazine, originally titled Indiana Rural News, was founded in 1951 to help electric cooperatives connect with their members and keep them informed. As I thought about how to commemorate this milestone anniversary, I kept coming back to our readers and what they always tell me they… Continue reading.

BY NATALIE DERRICKSON If there’s anything most Hoosiers can agree on, it’s that Indiana puts on some of its best shows during the fall season. The crisp morning air, Friday night football games, and weekends spent at Exploration Acres, home to one of the most creative and largest corn mazes in the state. This year’s… Continue reading.

BY NICOLE THOMAS Known as the “River City,” Evansville is Indiana’s third most populous city. It’s home to Angel Mounds State Historic Site, one of the country’s best-preserved Native American sites, as well as Bosse Field, one of the oldest ballparks in the country. The city’s wild side As one of Indiana’s first zoos, the… Continue reading.

By Stephanie Bernaba Every Friday evening from May through October, something magical happens at 124 South Mulberry Street in Corydon. Farmers, bakers, beekeepers, and artisan food makers set up booths at the Corydon Farmers Market, and the community shows up to shop, eat, and connect. People linger over lavender lemonades and wood-fired pizzas. Regulars line… Continue reading.

Aug. 11 is just one day a year, but Indiana’s electric cooperatives hope the 8/11 date will serve as a natural reminder for residents to call 811 any day of the year before a digging project. Striking a single line can cause injury, repair costs, fines, and inconvenient outages. Every digging project, no matter how… Continue reading.

BY JULIE YOUNG Even if your high schooler is years away from the application process, it’s never too early to schedule a college visit. Not only will it help your son or daughter visualize what the post-secondary educational experience is like, but it also allows them to explore their options and determine how they might… Continue reading.

BY JULIE YOUNG It’s a brief, collaborative meeting designed to update parents about their child’s academic progress, social development, and classroom behavior. Conducted a few weeks into a new semester, the parent-teacher conference is an opportunity to build a powerful partnership that can bridge the gap between home and school.  While no one will ever… Continue reading.

BY JULIE YOUNG Participation in extracurricular activities is an important part of a student’s academic experience. They build confidence, teach discipline, instill a sense of teamwork, improve social skills, and create well-rounded individuals. They also look great on college applications. But how many extracurriculars are too many?  According to experts, the answer largely depends on… Continue reading.

Our June cover feature highlighted the STARTedUp Foundation and its high school pitch competition. That same month, STARTedUp held its State Finals and invited me to attend. I was curious to see the “Shark Tank-style” competition and what the students were presenting, so I made my way to Butler University’s Clowes Memorial Hall to watch…. Continue reading.