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August in Review
On the Road with Community Leaders
During the month of August, I spent time on the road meeting with groups from all over the state. I joined community leaders in Anderson, Bartholomew, and Morgan counties to discuss current growth opportunities and issues affecting those areas. It was the perfect time to talk with Hoosiers about ways we can improve the state together.
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In addition to visiting with leaders from all over the state, I had the opportunity to celebrate Women’s Equality Day at the Women’s Equality Day Luncheon held in Terre Haute. The event benefited the Central Indiana Girl Scouts. |
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Lt. Governor Skillman speaks at the Women's Equality Day Luncheon. |
I was pleased to celebrate the day with so many supporters |
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Hoosiers Celebrate the Year of Corn at this Year’s Indiana State Fair |
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Along with the Soybean Alliance, North American Midway Entertainment, |
Governor Mitch Daniels and Lt. Governor Skillman were on hand for the opening ceremonies at this year's State Fair. |
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and two local producers—Patriot Fuels and Integrity Biofuels—I announced that this year all the Midway rides were running on soy biodiesel. It was a great real-life demonstration that renewable Hoosier energy can power everything from a Chevy Tahoe to a Tilt-a-Whirl. The fair drew nearly one million visitors this year. It continues to be a fun, family tradition showcasing Indiana agriculture, but it wouldn’t be possible without the help of many, many volunteers. I want to send a special thanks to everyone who helped make the nearly two-week event a big success. Check out the Indiana State Fair from my point of view. |
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National Headquarters Relocates to Indiana; Local Business Expands I joined company executives in announcing two new developments that will bring more than 400 new jobs to the State of Indiana. We also celebrated the addition of SMC Corporation of America to Indiana’s list of national headquarters. The Tokyo-based manufacturer and distributor of pneumatic production equipment will be relocating their North American headquarters to Noblesville, Indiana, creating 275 jobs and saving 400 existing jobs. Indiana is steadily becoming a state of advancement. World’s Largest Soy Biodiesel Plant Announcement in Claypool Business continues to boom in Indiana. Governor Daniels and I were proud to announce the opening of the world’s largest integrated soy biodiesel plant this month in Claypool, Indiana.
Indianapolis-based Angel Learning is expanding and relocating in the new INTECH Park in northwest Indianapolis, bringing 150 jobs. The company develops online learning systems around the country including for the Indiana University School of Medicine and the Indianapolis Public Schools.
Thousands gathered near the small town of Claypool to be part of the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Louis Dreyfus plant. Hoosiers waited in line for hours to tour the plant, which is a $150 million investment and will bring more than 70 good-paying jobs for Hoosiers.
Lt. Governor Skillman congratulates Louis Dreyfus on their grand opening.
Our administration has worked hard to promote the benefits of biofuels. With the
Claypool plant up and running, Indiana will continue to be one step ahead of the game.
Hoosiers Celebrate Indiana Navy Week Members of the U.S. Navy visit with Lt. Governor Skillman at the Proclamation Ceremony in her office. Shorter days and coolers nights are on the way, but we'll be working hard to continue Indiana's economic hot streak.
UNCF Holds “An Evening of Stars Gala” at Governor’s Residence
As an honorary co-chair of this year’s events for the United Negro College Fund, I had the pleasure of hosting the corporate reception “An Evening of Stars Gala” at the Governor’s residence. Hundreds of supporters gathered to recognize Nelnet, The Sallie Mae Fund, United Water and WellPoint for their generosity in supporting the UNCF’s annual fundraiser. As education continues to be one of Indiana’s top priorities, I was pleased to see so many Hoosiers involved in this worthy cause.
I proclaimed August 20-26 as Indiana Navy Week to showcase to Hoosiers the exceptional work of the United States Navy.
Among the many events planned to honor our men and women in uniform
were a lunch at the Governor’s residence,
performances by the U.S. Navy Parachute Team and the Blue Angels Flight Team, and a rock n’ roll concert by the U.S. Navy Horizon Band. As always, Hoosiers proved to be dedicated supporters of the U.S. military.
