Crawfordsville Connection

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Ep. 250: General Update (September 2025) Sep 01, 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 dives into all of our current city projects - Listen to be the first to know the new name of our Public Transportation, learn about paving 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. 249: Celebration of Unity - HUE Highlights Aug 25, 2025

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! Theis week we're joined by Zach Anderson, Treasurer of Humans United for Equality (HUE), Aaron Casper Co-Chair of FAE, and Jamey Goins, HUE member. Together with Mayor Barton, we talk about HUE's history, their programs like the Human Library, and the upcoming Celebration of Unity. This is a community event filled with culture, entertainment, resources, and family-friendly fun that showcase and celebrate diversity in Montgomery County.

Celebration of Unity 📅 Saturday, September 6, 2025 🕓4PM-8PM 📍Pike Place, 125 S Washington Street | Crawfordsville, IN 🌐Learn more at www.huemoco.org

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

Questions or topic ideas? Email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 248: Owen Vermuelen - Wabash Student & Mayor's Summer Intern Aug 18, 2025

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week, we are wrapping up the summer with a conversation featuring Owen Vermuelen, a Wabash College student and Mayor Barton's summer intern. Owen shares his background, his role in city projects, and what he learned from working alongside Mayor Barton and the city team.

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. 247: TASTE of Montgomery County 2025 Aug 11, 2025

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Larry Paarlberg, Director of the Lew Wallace Srudy & Museum, and Jessica Bokhart, Chair of the TASTE and President of the Lew Wallace Trustees, to talk about the upcoming TASTE of Montgomery County. They share the history of this beloved annual event, the variety of local food vendors, and the exciting LIVE music lineup.

The TASTE takes place on Saturday, August 23 from 12PM-9PM on the grounds of the Lew Wallace Study & Museum. Learn more at www.TasteOfMontgomeryCounty.com

🎧Want to learn more about the Lew Wallace Study & Museum? Check out Crawfordsville Connection Episode 50.

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. 246: General Update (August 2025) Aug 04, 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 dives into all of our current city projects - List to learn about summer paving projects, new retail opportunities, housing developments, an 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. 245: Montgomery County Free Clinic & Dining with the Chefs Jul 28, 2025

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Ashley Menard, Executive Director for the Montgomery County Free Clinic. Ashley shares the mission and importance of the clinic and the work they do for our community. Listen to learn more about the clinic's services and the Dining with the Chefs annual fundraiser. Dining with the Chefs is a fun night of community, fine-dining, and supporting a great cause.

Learn more about the Montgomery County Free Clinic or sign up for clinic services here: www.mcfreeclinic.org

Reach out directly to Ashley Menard at ashley.menard@mcfreeclinic.org

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. 244: Chamber of Commerce - New Faces, New Events, & Chamber Awards Jul 21, 2025

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by the team from the Crawfordsville | Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce. We get to meet the two new Execuive Assistants, Jessica McClamroch & Michelle Ogden, and learn about the new and exciting things coming for the Chamber. You can also listen to learn more about the Chamber of Commerce Awards banquet honoring current Chamber members for their successes.

Learn more about the Chamber here: www.crawfordsvillechamber.com

Submit award nominations until August 13th here: https://www.crawfordsvillechamber.com/awards.html

Contact the Chamber by calling (765) 362-6800 or by emailing info@crawfordsvillechamber.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. 243: On the Air with Dave Peach - Crawfordsville Radio & The Peach Cast Jul 14, 2025

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are "on the air" with Dave Peach from our local radio stations WCDQ/WIMC/WCVL and the Crawfordsville Peach Cast. Dave plays an imortant role in our community from promoting events, LIVE broadcasts, and more! Listen to this week's episode to learn more about Dave & his role with our local radio stations and his podcast, the Peach Cast.

Listen to The Crawfordsville Peach Cast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/3eW4NPow4TZSoDTYGkPuJY

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. 242: General Update (July 2025) Jul 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 has the informaton you've been looking for on all of our current city projects. Learn about infrastructure updates, housing developments, retail, & 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. 241: Proposed Wheel Tax & Municipal Excise Surtax Jun 30, 2025

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we take a deeper dive into the proposed wheel tax & municipal excise surtax. We cover what the proposed tax rates are, what the funding will be used for, and who is impacted by this. Listen to learn more about the wheel tax and how this can impact our community.

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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