ADVANCE, Ind. (June 13, 2022) — The Boone County Commissioners unanimously approved last month federal grant money to purchase generators for the Town of Advance’s sewage system. The money is part of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and includes $132,000 for the generators that have recently seen delays due …
Read More »Supporting Boone County Veterans
Veterans have an immense number of services and programs available to them; however, navigating through them can be overwhelming due to constantly changing conditions. The Boone County veterans’ officer can assist veterans and others with all of these programs and services. Understanding the Role of the County’s Veterans’ Service Officer …
Read More »Destigmatizing Mental Health: An Honest Discussion About Teen Suicide
*This article was produced in memory of Tate Eugenio. We’d like to thank Tate’s parents Randy and Angie Eugenio for their contributions to this article. A study released in January 2020 by the Center for Health Policy at Indiana University states, “Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death among …
Read More »Community Foundation of Boone County: Annual Report
CFBC’s 220+ funds award grants to nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life in Boone County by contributing to the development of each community, addressing community needs, and investing in solutions that strengthen and improve our community. Annual Report for the Boone County Foundation
Read More »Boone County Shines a Light on the Road to Recovery and Rehabilitation: A BCSO Client Testimonial
As previously reported, the Boone County Sheriff’s Office’s (BCSO) primary focus remains on the rehabilitation of its inmates or “clients” and reducing the recidivism rate, albeit the county jail’s current recidivism rate is at 17%—down from 44%. BSCO attributes the success of its behavioral health and rehabilitation programs, such as …
Read More »Sylvia’s Child Advocacy Center Advocates for All of Boone County’s Children
Posted: 1/24/22 It is important for residents to know that Boone County has established reputable behavioral health, addiction recovery and other related organizations that are available to ALL of Boone County’s residents. It is also important folks know about Sylvia’s Child Advocacy Center (Sylvia’s CAC), which advocates for the county’s …
Read More »Boone County Convention and Visitors Bureau Saves Local Tradition
The Boone County Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) stepped in to save a local tradition in Zionsville that brings tourism to the county as well as supports a local business and ecosystem, all while creating beautiful memories and opportunities for respite from one’s daily grind. Fly-Fishing Promotes Tourism in Zionsville …
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