Gatherings where food is served are all part of the holiday cheer, but the joy can change to misery if food makes you or others ill. Symptoms of foodborne illness, also known as food poisoning, can start anywhere from hours to days after contaminated food or drinks are consumed. Practicing four basic food safety measures… Continue reading.
By Natalie Derrickson Breaking into show business in the early 1900s took grit, tenacity, and talent. If an aspiring performer could get their break, it would offer a world of life-changing possibilities. Vincennes’ native son, Richard Bernard “Red” Skelton, found his destiny while selling newspapers to support his family, and, as they say, the… Continue reading.
By Nicole Thomas DePauw University, one of Indiana’s oldest institutions, is situated in Putnam County. Established in 1837 as Indiana Asbury College — an all-male school named after Francis Asbury, the first American bishop of the Methodist Episcopal Church — it was renamed in 1884 to honor Washington Charles DePauw, a philanthropist who was once… Continue reading.
Across Indiana, a new generation of leaders is rising to steer electric cooperatives forward. They bring inventive ideas, technical knowledge, and a strong dedication to service and community, which embodies the cooperative spirit. To celebrate National Cooperative Month, Indiana Electric Cooperatives (IEC), the publisher of Indiana Connection, is honoring seven emerging leaders from across the… Continue reading.
The fall is a popular time to burn leaves or branches in your backyard. When burning yard waste and debris, follow these important steps from the USDA Forest Service. CHECK THE CONDITIONS Dont burn when its windy or whe vegetation is very dry. PREPARE YOUR PILE Keep your piles small and manageable. Add additional debris… Continue reading.
The U. S. Fire Administration recommends installing smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each separate sleeping area, and on every level of a home, including the basement. This is a fire safety precaution that all homeowners and landlords in your community need to take to protect residents from fire. Here are some common questions about… Continue reading.
COOKING SAFETY Cooking fires are the leading cause of home fires and home fire injuries. HEATING SAFETY Use caution around heating equipment such as space heaters and fireplaces. Keep anything that could catch fire at least 3 feet from the heat. CANDLE SAFETY Avoid using candles because they can cause a fire. Use battery-powered lights… Continue reading.
Rural electric membership cooperatives in Indiana face the dual challenge of maintaining electric distribution systems while also supporting the expansion of broadband access. As broadband service providers increasingly rely on electric poles to deploy fiber optic cables in rural communities, the relationship between cooperatives (as pole owners) and broadband providers (as attaching entities) has become… Continue reading.
The first cool, crisp morning in early fall promises that the summer swelter is ending, and now, it’s time to celebrate a bountiful harvest. Start this fall with a step back in time to what life was like on the farm at the Dubois County Museum’s Fall Harvest Day on Oct. 12, from 1 to… Continue reading.
Morgan County has been associated with more than one kind of capital. In the 1820s, Old Town Waverly Park was once proposed as the site for Indiana’s state capital. Today, its county seat, Martinsville, is known as the “Goldfish Capital of the World” because of Ozark Fisheries, which raises goldfish in 300 one-acre ponds and… Continue reading.
By Julie Young Independent bookstores are literary sanctuaries created for readers by readers. They are cozy spaces with distinctive character that offer a curated collection of books, games, and gifts. The shops also host author signings, lectures, creative workshops, and more. Despite their status as a “small business,” independent bookstores significantly impact the local community. … Continue reading.
Few things sum up summer better than live music, fresh-squeezed lemonade, and festival fare. All that and more await your arrival at the 59th Annual Marshall County Blueberry Festival this Labor Day weekend. Supporting the community The blueberry harvest may have passed by late August, but the fun in Plymouth, Indiana, is just beginning. Coined the… Continue reading.
Utility poles seen along roadsides are commonly called “telephone poles.” However, most poles you see today are owned by the electric utility. In rural areas, pole attachments are critical to expanding broadband internet, telecommunications, and cable services. In communities served by REMCs, third-party providers often seek to attach cables, lines, or other equipment as a… Continue reading.
