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Crawfordsville Connection

Crawfordsville Connection is a podcast dedicated to keeping people up to date on what’s happening in the city of Crawfordsville. With Mayor Todd Barton as the main contributor, the show informs the public about current events, introduces the community to public officials, and educates the city about governing processes. Expect guest appearances and a variety of important topics!

Latest Episodes:

Ep. 234: Montgomery County General Update May 12, 2025

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we switch gears a bit and welcome Tom Klein from Montgomery County to come and do a general update on the County side of things! Listen to hear more about how Senate Bill 1 is impacting the county, what projects are currently happening in the County such as the Nucor Road Overpass, Courthouse Renovations, & upcoming Tox Away Day 2025!

View Montgomery County's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MontgomeryCountyIndianaGovt

Contact Tom Klein at Tom.Klein@montgomerycounty.in.gov

Yodel Community Calendar: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 233: General Update (May 2025) May 05, 2025

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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 has the informaton you've been looking for on all city projects from infrastructure, housing developments, retail updates, grant progress, and more!

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 232: 2025 Farmers Market - Meet Shari Patton Apr 28, 2025

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Shari Patton, the new Crawfordsville Farmers' Market Manager. Shari shares with us all the great things to come for the 2025 Farmers' Market Season (May 3 - September 27). Markets are Saturday mornings 8AM-12PM at Pike Place in downtown Crawfordsville!

Reach out to Shari to become a vendor or learn more about the market by emailing her: slynnpatton63@gmail.com

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 231: Senate Bill 1 Property Tax Reform/Erosion Grant (BRIC) Update Apr 21, 2025

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are have a split episode covering two different topics. We go over updates with the information we know about Senate Bill 1 regarding property tax reform. There are still some unknowns, but this episode gives a general overview of what is happening. We also provide an update to the Erosion Grant through the BRIC program that was recently eliminated.

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 230: Crawfordsville Fire Department - Whole Blood Program & Blood Drive Apr 14, 2025

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Crawfordsville Fire Department Captain Bryan Shaw to talk about CFD's Whole Blood Program an its importance in saving lives in our community. One way to support this program's success is by donating blood!

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 229: General Update (April 2025) Apr 07, 2025

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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 shares informaton you've been looking for on all the city projects from retail recruitment, grant progress, the Ben Hur building, and other housing projects!

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 228: Parks & Recreation FAQs and Upcoming Programming Mar 31, 2025

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! Joined by Fawn Johnson, Director of Crawfordsville Parks & Recreation, to talk about all things Parks & Recreation. We answer some of the most frequently asked questions regarding some of the Parks & Rec offerings such as the community center, open gym schedule, and why the bathrooms are locked! We also do a high-level overview of the upcoming Spring & Summer events and program offerings.

For more information visit the Parks & Rec website: https://crawfordsville.in.gov/parks or call (765) 364-5175

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 227: Wabash College Upcoming Events - Malcolm X 100th Birthday Celebration & Community Art Day Mar 24, 2025

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Wabash College to talk about some upcoming community events! Dean Steven Jones and Dr. Jamal Watson share insights into the 100th Birthday Celebration for Malcolm X with two events featuring Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz, Malcolm X's daughter. We are also joined by Dr. Annie Strader, Julian Jamal Jones, and Anita Hardwick to talk about the Community Art Day featuring quilts from Julian and the Sugar Creek Quilters. Both events are free and open to the public!

Dr. Shabazz and Dr. Garrow Book Pre-Orders Here: https://bookstore.wabash.edu/MerchList.aspx?ID=21147

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 226: Crawfordsville Main Street - Meet Jami Harrington Mar 17, 2025

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined in the studio by Jami Harrington, the new Executive Director for Crawfordsville Main Street. In this episode you'll learn more about Jami and her new role, what Crawfordsville Main Street is all about and what you can look forward to this summer with CMS Programming!

Stay up to date on all things Crawfordsville Main Street by following them on all social media channels or by visiting their website: https://www.crawfordsvillemainstreet.com/

Contact Jami by emailing jami@crawfordsvillemainstreet.com

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 225: Frequently Asked Questions Mar 10, 2025

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we have a special episode going over some of the City's most frequently asked questions. Can you have chickens in the city? When will leasing happen for the Ben Hur Building? When will Aldi open? Listen to this episode to learn more about some of our most popular questions.

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

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