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August 24, 2023
East Central Indiana Regional Partnership Unveils Comprehensive Strategic Plan to Drive Economic Growth
The East Central Indiana Regional Partnership has announced the launch of its robust strategic plan, created with consultant Smart Solutions Group, which sets forth a steadfast vision for propelling the region’s economic growth. With a…

July 20, 2023
Groundbreaking Ceremony Celebrates the Start of Construction on the YMCA Facility in Muncie
The city and YMCA of Muncie joined hands Tuesday, July 18 to commemorate the groundbreaking ceremony for the new facility that will be a vibrant addition to the McKinley-Whitely Live Learn Neighborhood project. This groundbreaking…

July 18, 2023
NOVA Chemicals Bringing 125 New Jobs to Connersville
NOVA Chemicals Corporation, a Canada-based producer of sustainable polyethylene, will establish its first mechanical recycling facility in Connersville. The new facility, which will be operated by Novolex Holdings LLC – a leading developer of packaging…

June 30, 2023
East Central Indiana Regional Partnership Engages New Consultant for READI 2.0.
East Central Indiana Regional Partnership is pleased to announce the engagement of its new consultant, HWC Engineering, to help the region prepare for READI 2.0. With an unwavering commitment to supporting the READI 2.0 process…

June 20, 2023
ECIRP Unveils Latest Issue of Livability East Central Indiana, Showcasing Vibrant Quality of Life
The East Central Indiana Regional Partnership proudly presents its newest issue of Livability East Central Indiana. Designed to attract entrepreneurs, site selectors, corporate executives, talented individuals, and families, Livability East Central Indiana highlights the region’s…

June 14, 2023
Anchor Ingredients Announces the Groundbreaking of a $40 Million Transload and Processing Facility in Richmond, Indiana
Anchor Ingredients, a leading provider of high-quality ingredients for the pet food industry based out of Fargo, North Dakota, is excited to announce the groundbreaking of its new transload and ingredient processing facility in Richmond,…

June 9, 2023
Groundbreaking Ceremony Marks the Beginning of Construction for Gas City Music Center, an Exciting New Venue
The city of Gas City witnessed a special occasion on Wednesday, May 10 as local officials, business leaders, and community members gathered for the groundbreaking ceremony of the highly anticipated Gas City Music Center. Gas…

May 2, 2023
Duke Energy Awards Marketing Grant to ECIRP
Duke Energy has awarded more than $125,000 in grants to 26 local and regional economic development organizations to spur new jobs and investment in Indiana communities. The grants are through Duke Energy’s Partnership Program, which…

April 11, 2023
East Central Indiana Highlights $1.5 Billion Investment & Over 1000 New Jobs in 2022
The East Central Indiana Regional Partnership presented the region’s 2022 activities at its annual luncheon on Thursday, March 30th. The organization shared both project activity from the 9-county region and recent marketing efforts. The region…