Crawfordsville Connection

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we have another monthly general update where we talk all things Crawfordsville from A to Z! This episode dives into all of our current city projects - Listen to learn about what's happening around town: fiscal planning, Market Street Railroad planning grant, southside development, and more! Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed...

Welcome back to another episode of  Crawfordsville Connection , this week are joined by Janna Bennett and Owen Bennett to talk all about the America 250 celebrations throughout Montgomery County. Listen to learn about the opportunities to celebrate, reflect on, and enjoy the history of America's Independence.  Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed:  https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville   To as...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection , this week we sit down with Elaine Chase and Linda Airey from FISH Pantry of Montgomery County to discuss the many ways the organization serves local families, from food assistance and clothing to household linens, volunteer opportunities, and community partnerships. To learn more about FISH visit their website: https://www.fishmontgome...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Lisa Walter & Lizzie Martin to talk all about Camp Milligan - a summer day camp program in the City of Crawfordsville. Listen to learn all about the activities, field trips, and fun that kids ages 5-12 can partipate in at Camp Milligan!  Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed:  https://events.yodel.today/crawfor...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Jessica McClamroch, co-chair for the Crawfordsville Strawberry Festival. This episode dives into all the information you need to know about enjoying the weekend! The Strawberry Fest will be held Friday, June 12 through Sunday, June 14th at the Historic Lane Place in downtown Crawfordsville!  To learn even more...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we have another monthly general update where we talk all things Crawfordsville from A to Z! This episode dives into all of our current city projects - Listen to learn about what's going on with city facilities, updates on the city pool,  and more! Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed:  https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville...

Welcome to a special re-release episode of the Crawfordsville Connection Podcast! In light of the continued progress surrounding the Market Street Railroad Crossing Project, we are re-sharing this important episode originally released following the breaking January 2025 announcement that the City of Crawfordsville was awarded funding through the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week, along with special guests  Jami Harrington and Chad Hassler, we discuss everything happening with Crawfordsville Main Street this spring and summer. Listen to learn more about Crawfordsville Main Street's recent designation as a Main Street America Affiliate Program, ongoing downtown beautification efforts including new plant...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we recap the success of the Inaugural Mayor's Ball presented by C&F Fabricating in support of the Boys & Girls Club of Montgomery County. In addition to the recap, we have a special episode going over some of the City's most frequently asked questions. Who owns ____ property? What's going into the current Kroger building once...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we have another monthly general update where we talk all things Crawfordsville from A to Z! This episode dives into all of our current city projects - Listen to learn about what's going on with housing developments, city facilities, updates on the city pool, and more! Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed:  https://events.yodel...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Fawn Johnson & new Farmers Market Manager, Kristen Collins, to talk about the upcoming market season and the spring and summer Parks & Rec programming! Listen to learn all about the fun themed days at the market, adult softball leagues, and pool/splash pad updates! Apply to be a market vendor:  https://www.cra...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week, we're highlighting the Latino Community Center and the many programs helping build connection, culture, and opportunity right here in Crawfordsville. We are joined by guests Alejandro Cruz and Rene Ibarra-Lujan to talk about the impact of the LCC, from English and Spanish conversation tables to support for local students, as...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Diamond Justus & Karen Branch from the Montgomery County Youth Service Bureau. Listen to learn more about the impactful work & programs the YSB oversees to support the development of youth in our community.  Interested in getting involved with the YSB? Call (765) 362-0694 today! Yodel Community Calendar & News...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we have another monthly general update where we talk all things Crawfordsville from A to Z! This episode dives into all of our current city projects - Listen to learn about upcoming projects, new retail opportunities, housing developments, and community updates. Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed:  https://events.yodel.today...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection 🎙️This week, we are joined by Monica Nagele to dive into the impact of the Montgomery County Leadership Academy (MCLA). From developing purpose-driven leaders to strengthening our community's future workforce, we explore the Foundations of Leadership program, upcoming opportunities to get involved, and how local leadership shapes long-te...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection ! 🎙️This week, we're talking about the Inaugural Mayor's Ball, presented by C&F Fabricating. We are joined by Gina Haile of the Boys & Girls Club to share what this new event is all about, what guests can expect, and how it will support local youth. From an elevated experience featuring heavy hors d'ouevres from the Juniper Spoon to the...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week, we talk with newly promoted Street Commissioner, Ed McGaughey, about the leadership transition within the City of Crawfordsville Street Department. The conversation highlights Ed's experience with the department, the continued mentorship of longtime city employee Mark Cox, and the important work the Street Department does to...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection. This week we revisit the Market Street Rail Crossing Elimination Grant. Listen to learn more about the planning & development phases of this project, the data collected initially for the grant application, and details about the next steps of the process for public input. Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed:  https://events.yodel.today/...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we have another monthly general update where we talk all things Crawfordsville from A to Z! This episode dives into all of our current city projects - Listen to learn about what's going into the old KFC building, housing developments, updates on the city pool, and more! Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed:  https://events.yod...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection. This week we are joined by Colin O'Neal of O'Neal Golf Management (OGM) for a conversation about the past, the present, and the future of the Crawfordsville Country Club. We discuss OGM's engagement with the club, the vision behind their membership campaign, improvements to the club focusing on sustainability & growth, and expanded comm...

Welcome to a special episode of Crawfordsville Connection. For this episode, we have the 2026 State of the County address. President of the Board of Commissioners Dan Guard gives us a look into the past year as well as what to look forward to this year.  For more information visit  www.montgomerycounty.in.gov and to ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah...

Welcome to a special episode of Crawfordsville Connection. For this episode, we have the 2026 State of the City address. Mayor Barton gives us a look back on the past year and where we are going in the future. If you have any questions about the city, this is the episode for you.  For more information visit  www.crawfordsville.in.gov and to ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic i...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Jamey Goins, Ronald "Flip" Walters, and Kate Lindsay to talk all about the Human Library Event co-sponsored by Humans United for Equality (HUE) and the Crawfordsville District Public Library. The Human Library is an event meant to create a safe space where topics can be openly discussed between human "books" a...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Annie Strader, Janna Bennett, and AKIRASH to talk about the artist-in-residence program at Wabash College. Listen to learn more about how you can see AKIRASH's work, have the opportunity to interact & learn more about art through drop-in workshops, and more! Wabash College art and gallery information: https://...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we have another monthly general update where we talk all things Crawfordsville from A to Z! This episode dives into all of our current city projects - Listen to learn about upcoming projects, new retail opportunities, housing developments, and community updates. Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed:  https://events.yodel.today...