Crawfordsville Connection

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Ep. 278: Street Department Leadership Transition Mar 16, 2026

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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 keep Crawfordsville's roads safe, maintained, and ready for the future.

Contact the Street Department by calling (765) 364-5166

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. 277: Market Street Rail Crossing Elimination Grant Mar 09, 2026

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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/crawfordsville

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

Ep. 276: General Update (March 2026) Mar 02, 2026

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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 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.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. 275: Crawfordsville Country Club Feb 23, 2026

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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 community partnerships.

To learn more about the Crawfordsville Country Club visit: www.crawfordsvillecc.com or email info@crawfordsvillecc.com

To learn more about O'Neal Golf Management visit: www.onealgolf.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

SPECIAL EPISODE: 2026 State of the City with Mayor Todd Barton Feb 20, 2026

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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 ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

SPECIAL EPISODE: 2026 State of the County with President of the Board of Commissioners Dan Guard Feb 20, 2026

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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 Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 274: The Human Library Feb 16, 2026

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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" and their "readers".

Event Details:

Saturday, February 28th | 10AM-2PM
Location: Crawfordsville District Public Library
Free & open to anyone!

Learn more about the event:

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. 273: AKIRASH - Wabash College Artist in Residence Feb 09, 2026

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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://www.wabash.edu/academics/art/gallery/current

Carnegie Museum information: https://carnegiemuseum.in.gov/

Find our community events in one easy and convenient location on our 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. 272: General Update (February 2026) Feb 02, 2026

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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 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/crawfordsville

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

Ep. 271: Meals on Wheels Jan 26, 2026

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we're joined by Ashley Menard, Executive Director of the Montgomery County Free Clinic, and Judy Pfledderer, Secretary of the Free Clinic Board, to discuss the impact of Meals on Wheels in our community.

We talk about the history of the program, how meals are prepared and delivered, who is eligible, and how the program ensures no one is turned away due to inability to pay. Mayor Todd Barton also shares his experience delivering meals and why Meals on Wheels is so important to quality of life in Crawfordsville. We also highlight volunteer opportunities and ways to get involved.

Learn more or sign up for Meals on Wheels: www.mcfreeclinic.org/mealsonwheels

Montgomery County Free Clinic: 765-362-3244 Contact Ashley Menard: ashley.menard@mcfreeclinic.org

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

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

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