As a result of Indiana’s positive detection of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in LaGrange County this April, Indiana DNR has restricted moving deer from any CWD Positive Area for rehabilitation purposes.
With the change, an individual who finds an orphaned, sick, or injured deer in a CWD Positive Area may only surrender the deer to a DNR-permitted wild animal rehabilitator that is located within a CWD Positive Area. This restriction is to help minimize the spread of CWD to new parts of the state, as deer can carry this disease without appearing sick.
Currently, there is one CWD Positive Area in Indiana. It includes LaGrange, Steuben, Noble, and DeKalb counties. While no CWD positive deer have been documented in Steuben, Noble, or DeKalb counties, those counties are considered part of the CWD Positive Area because of their proximity to where the state’s first CWD-positive deer was found in LaGrange County.
During their first few weeks of life, fawns often hide by themselves and stay motionless to avoid predators while the mother is looking for food. If you find a fawn alone, you can help it by letting it be, giving it space, and leaving the area. Its mother is likely nearby.
August 1, 2024 (INDIANAPOLIS) — If you’re an Indiana maker of something cool or know a company that is, spread the word: There’s a big opportunity to show off your wares and get called out in the best possible way.
The Indiana Chamber’s fourth annual Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana competition is back and combines the state’s proud manufacturing tradition and passion for basketball. Applications for this year’s competition are now being accepted.
New this year, the Indiana Chamber of Commerce is joined by the Indiana Destination Development Corporation(IDDC) in putting on the program.
“With the IDDC’s ‘IN Indiana’ marketing campaign, the partnership between their organization and ours to grow and promote this exciting competition and the companies that compete in it just makes so much sense,” says Vanessa Green Sinders, Indiana Chamber president and CEO.
“We’re truly excited to put a brighter spotlight on this popular and fun contest but also the makers that are so important to Indiana’s economy. The fact that such a variety of great companies are flourishing here demonstrates how fertile Indiana is for growing a business.”
A revamped Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana logo highlights the new contest partnership and includes the IDDC’s IN Indiana campaign branding.
“Partnering with the Indiana Chamber's Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana tournament is a perfect way to celebrate innovation IN Indiana,” emphasizes Elaine Bedel, IDDC secretary and CEO. “Showcasing Indiana’s talent and premiere craftsmanship are two of the many reasons why the ‘IN Indiana’ identifier and overall campaign align with and elevate this initiative. We are honored to be able to highlight the individuals and organizations that are so vital to the story we tell.”
With the new IDDC partnership, the competitors are sure to get more recognition for their participation and success in the contest than ever. Not only will the IDDC use its social media and other statewide platforms to blast out the news of the tournament, the state agency also will produce high-quality videos featuring the eight quarterfinalists and their cool products.
The IDDC has produced several popular video series over the last few years, including “Hoosiers by Choice” and the award-winning “Home Again” series. The videos for the Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana competition will be available to the quarterfinalists to promote their award and market their company via their social media and other channels.
Entries are being accepted for the Hoosier Hysteria-style single elimination tournament at www.indianachamber.com/coolest. Entry is free, and nominations will be accepted through October 18.
To participate, a company does not need to be headquartered in Indiana, but the product entered must be made in the state. Businesses are limited to having one product nominated.
Online fan voting determines the winner of each matchup. The tournament tips off in late October and concludes in November.
Last year, Hoosier Racing Tire was crowned as the producer of the Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana for its racing tire. Janus Motorcycles of Goshen took top honors in the inaugural competition, and in 2022 the Chamber honored Maple Leaf Farms of Leesburg for its roast half duck.
All competitors will get a digital badge to trumpet their participation through their website and social media channels. Quarterfinalists, semifinalists and finalists will receive a special badge to celebrate the accomplishment. The winning company will receive a feature article in the Indiana Chamber’s BizVoice® magazine. Awards for the top finishers will be presented at the 2024 Best IN Manufacturing Awards Luncheon on December 11 at the Indiana Roof Ballroom.
The Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana and Indiana Best Places to Work in Manufacturing programs are supported by spirit sponsor Purdue Manufacturing Extension Partnership (Purdue MEP); gold sponsor Kalenborn Abresist Corporation; and silver sponsors Evonik Tippecanoe Laboratories and Martor USA.
The Indiana Grown Marketplace will offer fairgoers the opportunity to shop from 407 products representing over 90 Hoosier businesses in one location at the Indiana State Fair. The multi-week event allows plenty of opportunity to discover and shop local products at the Indiana Grown Marketplace, located within The Mercantile building at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.
“Getting a taste of Indiana has never been easier,” said Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, Indiana’s Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development. “If you are looking for quality products created by people who care about their craft, look no further than the Indiana Grown Marketplace.”
Shoppers will be immersed in a storefront solely featuring products grown, processed, packaged or produced in Indiana with product samples available to taste each Friday, Saturday and Sunday starting at 11 a.m.
"The state fair always brings the best Hoosiers have to the table; the same can be said for the Indiana Grown Marketplace given that all products were cultivated with Hoosier care,” said Don Lamb, director of the Indiana State Department of Agriculture. “I hope you join us at the Indiana Grown Marketplace to experience the excellence of Indiana Grown producers for yourself.”
Shoppers will find a variety of products like sauces, cookies, fudge, teas and popcorn. Also available are body care items like handcrafted soap, natural bath bombs, laundry detergents, lotions and more.
The Indiana State Fair runs from Friday, Aug. 2 through Sunday, Aug. 18 (closed Mondays). The Mercantile building, formerly known as the Agriculture/Horticulture building, is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Mercantile is located to the right of the Midway on the west side of the fairgrounds.
Learn more about Indiana Grown at indianagrown.org.
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Pictured above is the Indiana Grown Marketplace at the 2023 Indiana State Fair.
ABOUT INDIANA GROWN
Indiana Grown is administered by the Indiana State Department of Agriculture in partnership with the lieutenant governor’s office. The initiative educates consumers on the importance of buying Indiana Grown products, helps Indiana farmers and producers sell more products and supports Indiana businesses in their efforts to process more Indiana Grown products. Indiana Grown members and partners include farmers, producers, processors and artisans, as well as retailers, grocers, hospitals and restaurants. For more information, visit indianagrown.org.
The Indiana State Fair unveiled the second wave of its 2024
list of scheduled concerts as a part of the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage schedule, August 2-18 (Fair is
closed on Mondays).
The Hoosier Lottery Free Stage has become a summertime staple for concert
goers and music lovers. The lineup each year consists of some of music’s most legendary and diverse
acts and this year is no exception. All shows at the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage are free with paid fair
admission and seating is first-come, first-served. All shows start at 7:30 p.m., unless noted otherwise.
Discount tickets can be purchased for the 2024 Indiana State Fair today at IndianaStateFair.com
The 2024 lineup, so far, for the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage at the Indiana State Fair include:
● Three Dog Night - Friday, August 2 (opening day)
● Gladys Knight - Sunday, August 4
● Dogstar (guitarist/vocalist Bret Domrose, drummer Robert Mailhouse and bassist
Keanu Reeves) - Thursday, August 8
● Bell Biv DeVoe - Friday, August 9
● *Fearless: The Taylor Swift Tribute - Saturday, August 10
● *Newsboys (evening) and Blessing Offor (afternoon) - Sunday, August 11
● *Happy Together Tour featuring The Turtles, Jay & The Americans, The Association, Badfinger
ft. Joey Molland, The Vogues and The Cowsills - Wednesday, August 14
● *Sublime with Rome - Thursday, August 15
● Gary Allan - Friday, August 16
● *Gospel Music Festival featuring Yolanda Adams - Sunday, August 18
*Just Added
As title sponsor of the Free Stage, the Hoosier Lottery is inviting fairgoers 18 or older to enter the
free myLOTTERY All-Inclusive Indiana State Fair Prize Package promotion. Six Grand Prize winners will
receive State Fair tickets, parking, Fair Bucks, the opportunity to take in a concert at the Hoosier
Lottery Free Stage, and a Hoosier Lottery Prize Pack. Enter by signing up to become a myLOTTERY
member or confirming your existing account at HoosierLottery.com/StateFair by July 8, 2024.
Promotional odds are dependent upon the number of entries received.
There will be a limited amount of reserved viewing area tickets available for these concerts made
available in July.
The 2024 Indiana State Fair is scheduled to open on Friday, August 2 and runs
through August 18, when you can enjoy The Greatest 15 Days of Summer at this iconic Hoosier
tradition. For more information, please visit www.indianastatefair.com or follow the Indiana State
Fair on Facebook, Instagram and X. The Indiana State Fair will be highlighted by its 2024 theme The
Art & Nature of Fun presented by Newfields.
2024 Artist Bios:
Three Dog Night
This legendary pop-rock band dominated the charts between 1969 and 1974, with no other group
having more top 10 hits. Three Dog Night has maintained and grown their audience, adapting to new
music technology and continuing to tour yearly, giving fans new and old the chance to experience
their dynamic performances of their classic hits as well as several new songs. Marking nearly 50 years
on the road, Three Dog Night continues to captivate audiences with boundary breaking sounds and
nostalgic music from their beginning.
Gladys Knight
As both a solo singer and a group musician, Gladys Knight has solidified herself as an icon of the music
industry. Known as the “Empress of Soul” Knight has received numerous awards and accolades for
her contributions to the R&B and Soul genres. She has also made appearances in numerous films and
television shows. She has recorded more than 38 albums during her career, four of which are solo
albums.
Dogstar feat. Robert Mailhouse, Bret Domrose & Keanu Reeves
Dogstar is an American Alternative rock band that was formed in Los Angeles in 1991. Its current
members are guitarist/vocalist Bret Domrose, drummer Robert Mailhouse and bassist Keanu Reeves.
The band saw its greatest success in the mid-1990s to the early 2000s, gathering significant attention
from the media due to the presence of Keanu. The band started back up again in 2020, announcing
their reunion in 2022. Their latest album was released on October 6, 2023.
Bell Biv DeVoe
Formed in 1989, Bell Biv DeVoe is an American music group hailing from Boston, Massachusetts. Their
music aims to combine elements of soul, R&B and hip hop, with their multi-platinum album Poison
having a song reaching number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1990. Their last album Three Stripes was
released on January 27, 2017, and despite only having four albums of original material the group has
continuously toured and performed live. The group formed as a spinoff of a R&B group called New
Edition, and has participated in several of their reunion tours.
Fearless: The Taylor Swift Tribute
Calling all SWIFTIES! We are FEARLESS!! The ULTIMATE Taylor Tribute! We celebrate all things
TAYLOR - from all the chart topping HITS to her ICONIC style! Composed of some of the top musicians
in CHICAGO, Fearless brings the magic of TAYLOR's music to life with passion, energy and STYLE! Get
ready to sing, dance and make your WILDEST DREAMS come true! See ya at the show!
Newsboys
Newsboys is a Christian rock band that was formed in Queensland, Australia in 1985. Their debut
album He’s Coming Back was recorded and released in 1987, and is the first of two albums recorded
in Australia, before moving to Nashville, Tennessee. Their fourth album Not Ashamed, released in
1992, was their first commercially successful album. In 2001 their fifth album was recognized by CCM
magazine as one of the “100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music.” One of their singles “Shine” was
included at No. 9 on CCM Magazine’s “100 Greatest Songs of Christian Music.” Their thirteenth studio
album In the Hands of God, released on May 5, 2009 debuted at No. 1 on the CCM charts. Their
newest album is 2024’s Worldwide Revival.
Blessing Offor
Born in Nigeria and raised in Connecticut, Blessing Offor combines Soul, R&B, pop and music from his
African roots. Blessing describes this combination as “the genre of humanity.” Having suffered from
vision loss at a young age, Offor learned to train his ears for musical talent. His 2023 debut album,
written and recorded in Nashville combines all the elements of his upbringing. Through a combination
of personal lyrics and a soundscape rooted in Motown spirit and an “afro-inspired undercurrent,”
Offor works to combine his dynamic background. To honor his African heritage, Offor included three
unique recordings of a call with his uncle to translate a Nigerian tune called “Akwa Uwa,” which
means “Tears for the World.”
Happy Together Tour 2024
The Happy Together Tour 2024 consists of six acts: The Turtles, Jay & The Americans, The Association,
Badfinger ft. Joey Molland, The Vogues and The Cowsills. These artists had their biggest hits in the
60’s and 70’s and brought timeless sounds and songs like “Happy Together” by the Turtles, one of
the most recognizable songs of that time period. These bands combined have multiple No. 1 hits with
this tour starting in 1984. Since then the band has consistently knocked out 50 shows a year, making
this tour an iconic homage to an era of music that has influenced many of today’s artists. The tour
has consisted of several different bands and artists throughout the nearly 40 years it has been
running, with the only constant band being The Turtles.
Sublime with Rome
Formed in California in 2010 by former members of the band Sublime and singer and guitarist Rome
Ramirez, Sublime with Rome is a ska alternative rock group. The group’s debut album Yours Truly was
released on July 12, 2011, and broke the top ten of the Billboard 200. After releasing their third album
Blessings, the band went on a major tour. In 2023 they collaborated with Slightly Stoopid on “Cool &
Collected,” which was their first new release in several years. To celebrate the release, the group
went on a massive summer tour to 27 different cities. Their latest album recorded at Sonic Ranch, is
a celebration of their fifteen year run, and is a thank you note to their many fans.
Gary Allan
Gary Allan is a Nashville based country music singer. He got his start in 1996 after signing to Decca
Records. His debut single “Her Man” was released in 1996, was the lead-off to his gold certified debut
album, titled Used Heart for Sale. He has had three certified platinum albums, and three certified
gold albums. Two albums reached the top two spots on the U.S. Billboard Top Country Albums. His
newest album titled Ruthless tells the story of the Nashville country from the 1990s to the present.
Gospel Music Festival featuring: Yolanda Adams
Yolanda Adams is an American gospel singer, and host of her own syndicated gospel show. Adams
got her start singing gospel music in the early 1980s as part of Houston’s Southeast Inspirational
Choir, which was affiliated with the Church of God in Christ. She was a featured vocalist on the Choir’s
single “For my Liberty. In 1987, Adams signed a contract with The Sound of Gospel, and released her
first album titled Just As I Am. In 1990 she was discovered by producer Ben Tankard, and after signing
to his independent label she released another album titled Through the Storm. In 2009 she was
named the number 1 gospel artist of the decade by Billboard. In 2016, President Barack Obama gave
her the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award for her outstanding volunteer service, and in 2017
she was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Adams has five number one albums on
Billboard’s Top Gospel Album list. In 2022 she was inducted into the Black Music & Entertainment
Walk of Fame.
ABOUT THE INDIANA STATE FAIR:
The Indiana State Fair, known as the state's premier multi-day event, is a vibrant celebration of the
Hoosier spirit and agricultural legacy. Over 15 exciting days, it unites communities across Indiana to
honor the state's unique identity and welcomes visitors from far and wide. Renowned for its top-
notch entertainment, spotlight on 4-H youth, engaging agricultural education programs, modern
facilities, and an array of delicious fare, the Indiana State Fair has been a treasured tradition for
Hoosiers for over a century. The 2024 Indiana State Fair takes place from August 2nd to August 18th
(closed Mondays). For comprehensive event information, ticket details, and attractions, be sure to
visit our official website at www.indianastatefair.com.
ABOUT THE HOOSIER LOTTERY:
For over 30 years, Hoosier Lottery distributions have benefited every county throughout Indiana. The
Hoosier Lottery has contributed more than $7 billion to good causes, including $30 million to local
police and firefighters’ pensions and $30 million to the Teachers’ Retirement Fund annually.
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