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We’ve been conducting senior mock interviews at Seymour High School! We’re appreciative of all the community members and companies stepping up to volunteer their time, and we’re equally impressed with the students!
Mock interviews are a great career awareness activity that allows students to practice their interviewing skills and develop a level of comfort in communicating with professionals. 92 interviews down, 169 to go!
We had a great MFG Day! 200 students from 4 schools in Jackson County came together to learn about different jobs in modern manufacturing. Big thanks to our sponsors, Cummins Inc , Aisin USA Mfg., Inc. , Valeo, Lannett and Pet Supplies Plus! We’re also grateful for Guardian Bikes and Dicksons for stepping up last minute to host some of the students.
Thanks to a $10,000 donation from Aisin Drivetrain and JCIDC covering the cost of the VEX Robotic Equipment, Crothersville 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th graders were able to attend robotics camp for free in June. This was the first time for the camp to be held in Crothersville.
When the camp began all of the pieces for three robots were in boxes. The kids had to follow instructions to put them together and then figure out how to control them without help from the teachers. Olivia Cain, one of the teachers, liked seeing the kids succeed during the assembly process. “It’s very exciting to see them so excited that they got to work on something on their own,” she said.
The next step for the kids is to take what they learned at camp and participate in competitions beginning in the 2022-2023 school year.
The Seymour, IN City Council approved 3 tax abatements for Cummins Inc. that have an estimated $20.4 million in investments.
Jim Plump, executive director of Jackson County Industrial Dev. Corp., spoke on behalf of the engine maker during the council’s March 28 meeting at Seymour City Hall.
According to Cummins’ statement of benefits, they plan to invest $19.4 million toward equipment and machinery. This includes $11.2 million for manufacturing equipment for an undisclosed project and $8.2 million toward a technical center expansion that adds a new assembly line, a paint area, equipment, test cells and other facility upgrades.
Cummins also plans a $1 million investment for real estate for the tech center expansion.
All 3 abatements were unanimously approved by council.
Source: Jackson County Industrial Development Corporation, The Tribune
PLAINFIELD, Ind. – Duke Energy is awarding nearly $120,000 in strategic grants to 26 economic development groups to spur new jobs and investment across the state of Indiana.
“Duke Energy is working hand in hand with our local and regional economic development partners to accelerate growth and job creation in the communities we serve,” said Erin Schneider, director of economic development for Duke Energy Indiana. “We’re proud to support these organizations, each of which plays a critical role in marketing Indiana’s communities to attract businesses and enhance the quality of life for our customers.”
The funding is through Duke Energy’s Partnership Program, which supports organizations that increase awareness of a community or region’s economic development strategies and product availability. This may include tours and special events to promote business sites and communities; marketing campaigns and promotional materials; and website development and updates.
“Shelby County’s highly skilled workforce, affordable utilities and central location make it a really attractive area for large manufacturing operations,” said Brian Asher, executive director of the Shelby County Development Corporation. “Duke Energy’s support will help fund an advertisement in The Japan Times that coincides with our travel to the country this fall to attract additional jobs and investment to our community as we visit the headquarters of several Japanese companies with facilities in Shelbyville.”
Since the program was established in 2017, Duke Energy has contributed nearly $600,000 in grant funding to organizations that are helping create vibrant economies in Indiana.
To qualify for program consideration, each applicant submitted a plan that would have a direct impact on their community’s economic growth. These awards help local and regional economic development organizations fund marketing and strategic efforts in the communities they serve. Amounts varied depending on the size and scope of the project.
This year, grants were awarded to the following organizations:
Duke Energy Indiana
Duke Energy Indiana, a subsidiary of Duke Energy, provides about 6,300 megawatts of owned electric capacity to approximately 870,000 customers in a 23,000-square-mile service area, making it Indiana’s largest electric supplier.
Alexus Morris, a senior at Seymour High School, won the Maverick Challenge Regional Competition, on Feb. 19, after presenting her business plan via Zoom to a panel of judges. Her business idea, titled “No Borders” is a translation company which focuses on bridging the language barrier between native and non-native speakers in the community. Alexus added $1,250 of regional winnings to the $2,000 she earned at the Jackson County competition. She plans to enter the Innovate WithIN state competition which could win her additional prize or tuition money. For more info on Alexus and her business plan, visit Tribtown.com.