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Community Action of Southern Indiana (CASI) will host Festi-Fall at Jeffersonville’s Depot in NoCo, on Friday, October 18, from 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.. This celebration under the stars is presented by the City of Jeffersonville and all proceeds will benefit Community Action of Southern Indiana.

Festi-Fall will feature live entertainment by the Jesse Lees and a “pumpkin pull” featuring bourbon, wine, and local merchandise. Three different food trucks will provide Mexican, Asian, and American cuisines and a full bar will be available.

The evening will also feature updates on CASI’s community-building efforts and testimonials from people who have directly benefitted from CASI’s programs.

Tickets are $84 and include one drink ticket and two tasting tickets to the meal truck vendors. Sponsorships and V.I.P suites are available.

The Depot at NoCo is located in Jeffersonville’s arts district at 701 Michigan Avenue.

Tickets are available at Eventbrite at bit.ly/FestiFall2024, at casi1.org, by calling 812.288.6451, ext. 2301, or emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

For more information, please contact Jim Grahn, Fund Development Director at Community Action of Southern Indiana, (812) 288-6451 ext. 2135 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Community Action of Southern Indiana supports and empowers individuals, families, and communities striving to reach self-sufficiency and works to provide life enhancing opportunities for every individual and family desiring to experience extraordinary change in their lives.

In compliance with state and federal laws, Community Action of Southern Indiana will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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In partnership with DNR, Purdue Cooperative Extension Service is once again sponsoring its award-winning series of September venison processing workshops.

During each workshop, a deer will be skinned, butchered, and prepared in a variety of ways for participants to taste. Participants will learn about food safety and handling procedures, as well as hear an update on deer health issues. Instructors will teach participants how to safely process their own deer through a hands-on experience.

Adult registration is $10, and children are admitted free of charge. All programs are 6-9 p.m. local time.

Dates and Locations:

Tuesday, Sept. 10, Wayne County Fairgrounds – Kuhlman Center, 861 Salisbury Road North, Richmond, IN 47374
Wednesday, Sept. 11, Noble County Fairgrounds, Merchant’s Building, 580 Fair St., Kendallville, IN 46755
Thursday, Sept. 12, John S. Wright Forestry Center, 1007 N. 725 W., West Lafayette, IN 47906

Advance registration is encouraged. To reserve your spot for either location or obtain more information, please call Jonathan Ferris at 765-973-9281 or email him at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Beck's Mill

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Brad Bastin, John Tackett & Friends Trio

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Food provided by the Blue River Fire Department

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Vendors selling merchandise

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Inner workings of Beck's Mill

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With temperatures soaring in Indiana, Duke Energy is providing tips to help customers save energy – and money. High temperatures can lead to higher energy usage and higher bills as residents try to stay cool. To keep costs low and to reduce overall energy demand, particularly during the afternoon hours when usage tends to peak, customers can follow these simple tips:

Set the thermostat at the highest comfortable setting. The smaller the difference between the inside and outside temperatures, the lower the energy usage. Every degree that the thermostat is raised can help you save up to 5% in cooling costs.
Avoid using appliances such as the washer, dryer and dishwasher during the day. If possible, delay using those appliances until evening.
Close blinds and curtains during the day to help reduce solar heat gain and keep the home cooler.
Microwaves and cooktops use less energy than electric ovens. Also consider outdoor grilling during those high-demand hours to keep indoor temperatures lower.
Using a ceiling fan can make a room feel up to 4 degrees cooler than it actually is. Remember though, fans cool people, not rooms, so turn them off when leaving the room.
Turn off any unnecessary appliances, unused plug-ins and lights.
Make sure cool air isn’t escaping by checking windows, doors and vents for air leaks. Caulk seal, and weatherstripping to block leaks, which can help save 10% to 20% in cooling cost.
Operate ceiling fans in a counterclockwise direction in the summer, which pushes cooler air back down into the room. If air conditioning is being used to cool the home, a ceiling fan will allow the thermostat to be raised about four degrees – typically with no reduction in comfort.

Duke Energy provides about 6,800 megawatts of owned electric capacity to approximately 900,000 customers in a 23,000 square mile service area, making it Indiana's largest electric supplier. For more information on how to cut back on energy costs, please visit www.duke-energy.com/home/billing/seasonal-bills.

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With extreme summer temperatures expected in Indiana over the next several days, cooling centers will be open across the state for those in need of a safe and cool place to stay. Some local cooling centers include: 108 South Main Street, Scottsburg, 26 Union Avenue, Austin, and 4007 Grant Line Road, New Albany. Click here to see a full list of current cooling centers in the area. Indiana residents can also call 2-1-1 or (866) 211-9966 to find the nearest cooling center.

Cooling centers can be added or reported by contacting This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..