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On Thursday, August 15th, Temple & Temple Excavating and Paving, Inc. joined Governor Eric J. Holcomb and Indiana Secretary of Commerce David Rosenberg in Indianapolis to celebrate the company as a recipient of the Governor’s Half Century Business Award. This award recognizes Temple & Temple’s longevity and lasting impact on the state’s economy, communities, and people.
Ken Temple, President & CEO of Temple & Temple, leads the company with a deep appreciation for the foundation laid by Howard and Walter Temple in 1948.
"To see what the generations before me were able to accomplish has created a strong foundation for the company to thrive today," said Temple. "The recognition by the Governor and Indiana Secretary of Commerce would mean a lot to my father, one of the company’s founders."
Since joining the company after earning his degree in engineering, Ken Temple has been instrumental in upholding and expanding the business. He credits his father, Walter Temple, for business lessons that stressed the importance of long-term investments in the company, its people, and the community.
“Being in a position to give back to my community is what drives me,” Temple said. “My priority is to create lasting relationships that not only benefit the business, but also the communities we serve.”
Temple & Temple is one of forty-eight Hoosier businesses recognized by Governor Holcomb and Secretary Rosenberg this year. The program has honored over 1,250 businesses throughout its 33-year history for their exemplary commitment to our state and their communities. One community Temple & Temple has been proud to serve through its philanthropic efforts is the Town of New Pekin.
“Temple & Temple Excavating and Paving has always been the biggest supporter of the Town of New Pekin," said New Pekin Town Manager Jaden Stone. “They always assist with our projects for the community, most recently with a complete renovation of our Basketball Court at the Community Park and the Washington County Family YMCA’s planned expansion.”
After 76 years, the company and the communities it serves have never been stronger.
Temple & Temple plans to continue its focus on providing long-standing, quality infrastructure while expanding its offerings to meet the housing needs of Southern Indiana.
Who doesn’t like a free t-shirt? Especially when it’s supporting their favorite high school team colors.
In hopes of helping county schools celebrate school spirit and have fun at games, Lincks Clothing and Shoes will be donating 10 free school shirts to each of the county high schools during home games this football season.
“We did this before Covid and there was so much excitement from the fans!” said owner Rita Lincks. “I want to bring back that excitement and raise school spirit and hopefully add a smile to someone’s day!”
Lincks said when her sons played sports, the cheerleaders were always doing something fun for the cheer block and it boosted school spirit.
“So when we did the shirts everyone loved them!”
The shirts will be Lincks shirts in school colors.
“We are excited for this opportunity and wish the best of luck to all our county teams!”
Located at 15 Public Square, Salem, Indiana, Lincks is a local business that supports the schools in numerous ways throughout the school year with fundraisers, post season games and more. This is just another way for them to show their support to the local schools.
By: Nathaniel Smith, Website Editor
On Friday, August 9th, the new turf field at the Salem High School was officially completed and dedicated to former coach and principal, Jim Ralston.
This highly anticipated project was made possible by the Wilson Education Service Center (WESC) along with Hellas. It was led by WESC Executive Director Brent Minton who attended Salem Community Schools as a student and football player, later taught as a teacher, and coached football as well alongside Jim Ralston.
“Salem [Community Schools] reached out to us last year around November saying, ‘we’re looking at turf fields, can you get us some quotes?’ So we reached out to our vendors, one of those being Hellas. Salem was really drawn to what Hellas could offer, and what they have accomplished with other fields,” said Minton.
At 6:30 p.m. on that Friday night, a large crowd gathered to view the brand new turf field at Salem High School, and to celebrate the man that it has been dedicated to. Community members, students, and former players all came out to show support for the field and for Jim Ralston.
The dedication began with words from former coworker and friend, Hank Weeden, and was followed by words from former player Jamie Richardson. Both had nothing but wonderful things to say about Ralston, but there was one common factor behind everything said that night: Ralston has made a massive impact in every single life he has touched. Through his kindness, sense of humor and smile, he has worked hard to make the community and world a better place.
Jim Ralston began his career at Salem High School on May 19, 1978 on his 26th birthday. Ralston received a phone call from the superintendent at the time offering him a job at the school as the football coach.
“My first game was such a memorable event. We fought through a 5-overtime game with West Washington, surviving a touchdown and a two-point conversion just to go to another overtime,” said Ralston. “By the way, we won, and the victory set the tone for the next season.”
Ralston went on to coach football at Salem for the next 19 years.
“A relationship between a coach and his players is special, and for me, cannot be forgotten. It was so much fun. The players dedicated their time with sweat and energy to do their best for our team. I want to thank all of them for their dedication, and for helping to make this day possible. I also want to thank our great fans. Many times at away games, our crowd would be larger than the home team,” said Ralston.
After looking out at the new turf field, Ralston said, “this field very much belongs to all of us. Past, present and future, who dedicate time and energy to the students of Salem Community Schools.”
Ralston then went on to provide the future benefits of the new turf field.
“No more outdoor troubles in soccer games, no more band contests called off because of a super wet field. No more mowing, watering or lining the field. This is a field to be proud of, and one that will serve our community for many years.”
He concluded by reciting a motto that he has said to his students and players for many years.
“Over the 19 years of my coaching career, I constantly repeated to my players: ‘work hard, do things correctly, and good things will happen to you.’ I offer you this motto, and I wish you the best of luck in this season,” said Ralston. “Again, thank you so much for this honor, and no matter where I live, I will always be a Salem Lion.”
The Ogle Center at Indiana University Southeast is pleased to announce its 2024-2025 Ogle Center Presents season.
“The Ogle Center is where our community comes together to share its mutual love of the arts in southern Indiana,” said Kirk Randolph, Ogle Center director. “We have assembled an exciting variety of performances by nationally-touring groups along with the return of the annual Holiday Pops concerts that have become a family tradition for so many.”
According to Randolph, “the Ogle Center really has been the heart of arts and entertainment for the southern Indiana region for nearly 30 years, and we’re thrilled to be able to add to the quality of life for our community.”
Along with its signature series, THE OGLE CENTER PRESENTS, the Ogle Center is pleased to welcome back the LOUISVILLE ORCHESTRA for its 2024-2025 NightLites series of concerts, featuring incredible classical pieces presented in the intimate setting of the Ogle Center’s Stem Concert Hall. Audiences can also enjoy performances by the students of the IU Southeast Music Department and the IU Southeast Theatre Department.
In addition to live performances, the Ogle Center will continue to host university events, lectures, art exhibits, and other community events.
Tickets go on sale August 19, 2024.
Tickets should be purchased online at oglecenter.com. In-person ticket sales are by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, email the Ogle Center at
Free parking for Ogle Center events is available in the Dogwood lot directly in front of the Ogle Center and the Hickory lot directly behind the Ogle Center from one hour prior to the start of a performance until one hour following the conclusion of the event. Vehicles parked in other locations and/or at other times may be subject to ticketing.
For more information about the 2024-2025 season, please visit oglecenter.com or call (812) 941-2525.
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