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Celebrating Boone County Creativity: Introducing the Better in Boone Handcrafted Gift Box
In the heart of Boone County, creativity thrives, and local artisans continually inspire with their unique and handcrafted creations. Recognizing this rich local culture, Boone EDC, Indiana Owned, Fire & Fern Apothecary, and Simply Jills have collaborated to bring...
We’re Hiring: Director of Economic Development
Join a passionate team dedicated to growing smart, thriving communities across Boone County. The Boone County Economic Development Corporation (Boone EDC) is seeking a strategic, relationship-driven leader to serve as our next Director of Economic Development. In this...
Empowering Boone County’s Early Childhood Educators: New Grant Fuels Professional Development and Well-Being
Boone County is making bold strides in addressing the critical needs of early childhood educators thanks to a new Empower to Educate grant from United Way of Central Indiana. This funding will support both the professional growth and mental well-being of child care...
Celebrating Boone County Creativity: Introducing the Better in Boone Curated Gift Box
In the heart of Boone County, creativity thrives, and local artisans continually inspire with their unique and handcrafted creations. Recognizing this rich local culture, Boone EDC, Indiana Owned, Fire + Fern Apothecary, and Simply Jill's have collaborated to bring...
47 Commons Development Moves Forward: Boone County Commissioners Greenlight Transformational Phase I
Boone County Commissioners have given the green light to Phase I of the highly anticipated 47 Commons project, a groundbreaking mixed-use development led by MCI Development LLC, an affiliate of Merritt Contracting, Inc. This pivotal decision signals a major leap...
Boone County Business: Stories of Success and Innovation
Tax Credits for Starting a Retirement Plan: What Small Employers Need to Know
Starting a retirement plan like a SEP, SIMPLE IRA, or 401(k) for your employees can earn your business a tax credit of up to $5,000 per year for three years. This credit offsets the ordinary and necessary costs of setting up, administering, and educating employees...