Electric deregulation — sometimes called “retail choice” or “restructuring” — is often presented as a simple proposition: allow customers to shop for electricity, introduce competition, and let the market produce better prices and more choices. In practice, deregulation is more complicated. It changes who supplies electricity, how generation costs are recovered, and how the financial… 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.
By Natalie Derrickson While a certain Montana-based TV show may have partly inspired renewed interest in a slower lifestyle and a deeper connection with nature, a visit to the Treasure State isn’t the only way to reconnect with the great outdoors. Wild Winds Buffalo Preserve is a special place, a haven, for the majestic American… Continue reading.
By Nichole Thomas Along the Ohio River in southeastern Indiana is Switzerland County, known as the birthplace of Indiana’s wine industry and one of the Midwest’s most distinctly Swiss communities. The county is also home to Patriot, one of the state’s smallest incorporated towns, with a population of roughly 200 residents. From store to stage… Continue reading.
Earlier this year, Indiana Connection set out to celebrate the unique and vibrant offerings of our great state by asking our readers to nominate the “Best of Indiana.” This contest brings together contributions from communities across the state, highlighting the places, experiences, and flavors that define Indiana. From charming bed-and-breakfasts and bustling breweries to family-friendly… Continue reading.
Did you know that it took 117 years for “The Star-Spangled Banner” to become the United States national anthem? Before 1931, several patriotic songs were used at official functions without official designation. One of the first was “Hail Columbia” which was written for George Washington’s 1789 inauguration. Composed by German immigrant Philip Phile, lyrics were… Continue reading.
By Julie Young Although fireworks displays are a traditional part of our Independence Day celebrations, nearly 15,000 people are treated in emergency rooms for fireworks-related injuries each year. While some accidents are the result of amateurs attempting to launch professional-grade explosives, others are caused by legal fireworks that stay on the ground and can be… Continue reading.
