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In the footsteps of history

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Posted on Apr 02, 2025 in From the Editor

The average Hoosier may not have heard of the person showcased in this month’s feature story. Ernie Pyle, whose popularity peaked during the late 30s and early 40s, is not regularly covered in high school history. But during my time at Indiana University’s journalism school, I became familiar with Pyle’s career. While I was at… Continue reading.

Indy’s backyard

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Posted on Apr 02, 2025 in Travel

Downtown Indianapolis’s easy-to-traverse grid system harbors a generous reward for those venturing toward its west end: White River State Park. The urban escape is home to miles of trails, pockets of wonder, and world-class attractions, making it a must-visit for your 2025 calendar.  Natural wonders Whether you’re escaping from your cubicle or destined to explore… Continue reading.

Plan before you plant

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Posted on Apr 02, 2025 in Features

Trees add beauty and value to your home. They also attract melodic songbirds to your yard and can help save energy by shading your home in the summer.If you plan to join in Arbor Day celebrations on April 29 by planting a tree this spring, here are some things to remember: Choose the right tree… Continue reading.

Honoring Earth Day every day

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Posted on Apr 02, 2025 in Features

Protecting our planet is something we should consider in our daily lives, not just once a year. Here are some simple ways to celebrate our planet for longer than just Earth Day. Lower your carbon footprint Reduce, reuse and recycle Be water smart Feed people, not landfills Information courtesy of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

America’s storyteller

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Posted on Mar 20, 2025 in Features

By Brian D. Smith Ernie Pyle was an embedded reporter more than a half-century before anyone ever heard the term, sending regular dispatches from the European, North African, and Pacific battlefronts of World War II. The Dana, Indiana, native witnessed the firebombing of London, wandered Omaha Beach at Normandy on the morning after D-Day, and… Continue reading.

Adorable reader pets

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Posted on Mar 20, 2025 in Profile

In the January issue, we asked Indiana Connection readers to send in cute photos of their pets, and they delivered. After receiving almost 450 submissions of pets of all shapes and sizes, our team chose their top 10 favorites. Congratulations to our winner, Cheddar Bay Biscuit! Read on to learn more about our finalists. Submissions… Continue reading.

County profile: Fayette County

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Posted on Mar 20, 2025 in County

In the early 1800s, Fayette County became a place for settlers after land was purchased from Native Americans through treaties like the 1809 Treaty of Fort Wayne. This cleared the way for new communities to grow and develop in southeastern Indiana, which was once part of the larger Northwest Territory. Sudoku’s puzzling origin story Howard… Continue reading.

Cooperative Calendar of Student Art Contest Winners Named

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Posted on Mar 12, 2025 in Features

Carmel, Ind. – March 12, 2025 Indiana’s electric cooperatives and their statewide magazine, Indiana Connection, named the winners of the 28th annual Cooperative Calendar of Student Art Contest. Presley Gray, a junior homeschool student from Fort Wayne, has been honored as Artist of the Year for her piece, Autumn Hound. Her skillful use of colored pencils, gel pens… Continue reading.

Clean up your cords

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Posted on Feb 21, 2025 in Features, Newton County REMC

If you pulled your desk or TV cabinet out from the wall, you would probably find a tangle of cords, cables, wires, and plugs. That tangle isn’t so good for your electronics. Besides creating a tripping hazard, a mess of electrical cords could lead to a fire if they’re all plugged into the same overloaded… Continue reading.

Recognizing helping Hoosiers

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Posted on Feb 21, 2025 in From the Editor

This month, we are featuring Harmony IN Horses, a non-profit organization that connects wild-born mustangs with foster youth. This group received its first grant from Boone REMC’s Operation Round Up. I hope you take the time to read about the fantastic work they are doing for children and animals. In 2025, we are making a… Continue reading.

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