October 13, 2026
Wayne County Downtown Revitalization Grants Generate More Than $17 Million in Investment, With Second Round Now Open
READI 2.0-supported program is helping transform commercial properties, create new housing opportunities and strengthen downtown communities across Wayne County. Downtowns are often the heart of a community. They’re where local businesses take root, historic buildings…
September 22, 2026
Brookfield Farms Celebrates First Completed Home, Bringing New Housing Opportunities to Henry County
New Castle’s READI 2.0-supported residential development marks a milestone with a ribbon cutting and strong early home sales. A new neighborhood is taking shape in New Castle, and the community recently gathered to celebrate an…
September 18, 2026
Leaving a Mark: Gas City YMCA Celebrates Construction Milestone
READI 2.0-supported project takes another step toward becoming a new community hub in Grant County There are plenty of ways to mark progress on a construction project. At the future Gas City YMCA, community leaders…
September 16, 2026
Caitlin Hancock Brings East Central Indiana’s Regional Perspective to Statewide Conversations
East Central Indiana’s momentum is gaining attention beyond the region as investments in arts and culture, quality of place, entrepreneurship, education and economic development create new opportunities for communities across the region. Forge ECI President…
July 27, 2026
Creative Corridor Award Advances East Central Indiana’s Arts & Culture Vision
Arts and culture do more than enrich communities—they strengthen economies, attract visitors, support local businesses, and create places where people want to live, work, and invest. On July 23, Governor Mike Braun honored 49 transformative…
June 11, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Mayors Highlight Regional Momentum at Forge ECI Annual Luncheon [Muncie, IN]— Forge ECI welcomed business leaders, elected officials, community stakeholders to its annual luncheon on Thursday, June 4, featuring a dynamic mayors panel discussion focused…
June 9, 2026
Representing East Central Indiana on a Global Stage: Reflecting on SelectUSA
Economic development doesn’t stop at county or state lines. Increasingly, the conversations shaping the future of communities are happening on national and international stages—where regions compete for investment, partnerships, talent, and opportunity. That’s what makes…
May 19, 2026
A Recognition That Matters: What a Top 100 Rural Hospital Means for East Central Indiana
Strong communities are built on more than opportunity—they’re built on access. Access to education.Access to jobs.And critically, access to quality healthcare. That’s why the recent recognition of Marion Health as one of the Top 100…
April 24, 2026
Building Resilient Businesses Across East Central Indiana
Across East Central Indiana, communities are continuing to invest in the long-term success of their small businesses—not just for today, but for whatever comes next. In Randolph County, that commitment is clear through a forward-thinking…