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Ultimate Uplands Summer Bucket List
25 Jul 2024
By Regional Opportunity Initiatives (ROI)
Summer will be gone before we know it, so take advantage of this perfect time to explore the Indiana Uplands. Enjoy summer fun whether you’re underground, on the water, or at a drive-in movie theater. The Uplands offers plenty of activities while the temperatures are warm and the sun is shining!
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This Week In Indiana History, July 21-27
22 Jul 2024
July 21, 1969Purdue University graduate Neil A. Armstrong walked on the moon as a member of the Apollo 11 Space Program.
July 22, 1934John Dillinger was killed by FBI agents as he came out of the Biograph Theater in Chicago. Dillinger was born in Indianapol ...
New Book With Former Salem Resident Tanya Coats Konerman
18 Jul 2024
By Jerry Curry, Staff Writer
I recently had the opportunity to interview an author from Salem. Her name is Tanya Coats Konerman, and she graduated from Salem High School in 1985.
Konerman lived in Salem until she went to college at Indiana University and stayed there. She has a double major in Journalism and Psychology, with ...
This Week In Indiana History, July 14-20
16 Jul 2024
July 15, 1921 The legislature created the Indiana Motor Vehicle Police, the first agency to have statewide jurisdiction to enforce state laws. The organization evolved into today's Indiana State Police.
July 16, 1921 Orville Redenb ...
Free Family Movie Night Planned Aug. 2
16 Jul 2024
Families of the public and employees of GKN are invited to a free showing of the Disney/Pixar movie "Inside Out" on Friday, August 2, after sunset, around 9:30 p.m., at the Hilltop Plaza Courtyard, 190 W. Becks Mill Road, Salem. The event is sponsored by Staff Management, an agency that handles staffing for GKN Sinter Metals in Salem. ...
Free Movie Night, Aug. 16, At Community Park
11 Jul 2024
Everyone is invited to attend a free viewing of Disney and Pixar's film "Elemental" on Friday, August 16, at 8 p.m. at Field 4 of the Salem Community Park. The park is located at 1104 E. Hackberry St., Salem.
The event will include free admission, free popcorn, a bouncehouse, concessions provided by Salem Parks and Recreation, and mu ...
Indiana State Fair Announces Second Wave of Hoosier Lottery Free Stage Concerts for 2024
10 Jul 2024
The Indiana State Fair unveiled the second wave of its 2024list of scheduled concerts as a part of the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage schedule, August 2-18 (Fair isclosed on Mondays).
The Hoosier Lottery Free Stage has become a summertime staple for concertgoers and music lovers. The lineup each year consists of some of music’s most le ...
Indiana State Fair Announces First Wave of Hoosier Lottery Free Stage Concerts for 2024
10 Jul 2024
A Fair Favorite Returns BIGGER and BETTER in 2024!The Best Concert Value of the Summer Returns Featuring Empress of Soul Gladys Knight, R&B and Hip Hop Legends, multi-platinum classic rockers and More!
August 2-18, 2024 (Closed Mondays)
The Indiana State Fair unveiled the first full wave of its 2024 list of scheduled concerts as a par ...
Full Moon Hikes at Indiana State Parks
10 Jul 2024
Experience nature in a new way with full moon hikes. These naturalist-guided night hikes traverse trails by the light of the moon and a few red flashlights. Hear nature come alive with nocturnal sounds from owls to frogs to insects chirping.
The next full moon hike will be on Saturday, July 20. Click on the following property to find more ...
A Day on the Beach – What Do You Need?
10 Jul 2024
It’s heating up here in Indiana, and our beaches are the perfect place for you to cool off and enjoy the summer sun!
Here are some things to remember while enjoying the beach:
Bring sun protection!
Picnic off the beach – we have great picnic areas and shelters just for you!
Mind your music – listen to music with headphones, ...
This Week in Indiana History, July 7-13
08 Jul 2024
July 9, 1941 Don McPherson, R&B singer Everybody Plays the Fool, born in Portland.
July 10, 1899 Nobel Sissle, jazz composer, singer, lyricist and playwright I'm Just Wild About Harry, born in Indianapolis
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Salem Man Featured In History Channel Survival Series
21 Jun 2024
By: Jerry Curry, Staff Writer
The History Channel is presently running their acclaimed survival series called “Alone”. In the current season 11, ten people are dropped off in the unforgiving Artic Circle, the northern-most location they have ever used in the show.
In this season, Salem’s own Timothy ...
This Week In Indiana History June 23-29
21 Jun 2024
June 24, 1901 Chuck Taylor, American Basketball Hall of Fame promoter (Converse All Star shoes), born in Azalia, Indiana.
June 24, 1971 President Richard Nixon visited Jennings County to help dedicate the placement of an historic marker indicating the b ...
Regional Festivals
18 Jun 2024
Regional Opportunity Initiatives (ROI) recently released a list of upcoming festivals in the Indiana Uplands. The following information is taken from the organization’s website, https://inuplands.org.
Festival season returnsWarmer weather signals the arrival of festival season in the Indiana Uplands, where communities come al ...
32nd annual Eiteljorg Indian Market and Festival celebrates Native arts in Indy, June 22-23
12 Jun 2024
INDIANAPOLIS – One of the nation’s top Native American art markets returns June 22 and 23 when the 32nd annual Eiteljorg Indian Market and Festival takes place at the Eiteljorg Museum in downtown Indianapolis. Nearly 150 Native artists from across the United States and Canada will show and sell their beautiful art, such as jewelry, pot ...
Climb Aboard the Spirit of Jasper Train
11 Jun 2024
Tickets remain for the first ride of the season to the Dubois County Bombers game.
(Jasper, Indiana) - Climb aboard the Spirit of Jasper Train for a trip to the Bombers Baseballgame on June 22. The train will depart from Jasper Depot at 5:00pm eastern time and pizza willbe served enroute to Huntingburg. Travel in style in these climate-contr ...
This Week in Indiana History, May 26-June 1
24 May 2024
May 26 - June 1
This Week in Indiana History
May 24, 2024 Shout out to this furry Hoosier! The Garfield Movie releases today.
May 30, 1911 Ray Harroun won the inaugural Memorial Day Indianapolis 500 Mile Race, driving the yellow Mar ...
World Premiere Of "The Break: A New Rock Musical"
10 May 2024
Constellation Stage & Screen presents the world premiere of
The Break: A New Rock Musical
Bloomington, IN – “1 Couple. 30 Days Off. No Rules.” This summer, Constellation is bringing the world premiere of a new rock musical to downtown Bloomington! Written by Emmy-nominated creators Michael Kooman and Christopher Dimond, Th ...
Indy Cornhole Classic Aims to be Largest Tournament in the Nation
03 May 2024
INDIANAPOLIS — The grounds of the America Legion Mall in downtown Indianapolis will be the site of the largest single-day cornhole tournament in the country. The first Indy Cornhole Classic: Throwing for Veterans will take place on August 19 from 2 to 6 p.m., and organizers are inviting cornhole enthusiasts from across the state to participate.
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Spring Mill State Park hosts “Living History Weekend.”
02 May 2024
Mitchell, IN: Spring Mill State Park invites you to join them on Memorial Weekend, May 25th and 26th for Living History Weekend. Step back in history and experience the sights and sound of pioneer life during the Civil War.
On Both Saturday and Sunday visit encampments, watch as meals are prepared and find out about camp life. Tour ...
Washington County
30 Apr 2024
Situated less than 25 miles from the Kentucky-Indiana border along the Ohio River, Washington County offers a unique topography with sloping, “knobby” ridges for hiking and taking in the scenic views, and placid lakes where anglers can hook bluegill and largemouth bass. The northern portion of Washington County is known for its rural charac ...
Things To Do In New Albany, Clarksville, And Jeffersonville Indiana
30 Apr 2024
About This Road Trip
NoCo Arts & Cultural District, Jeffersonville
Enjoying Arts & History
Don’t miss Jeffersonville’s newest point of interest, the NoCo Arts and Cultural District, home to artists, makers, historians and inventors. Catch a Broadway musical or lighthearted comedy at Clarksvi ...
Southern Indiana State Parks
30 Apr 2024
While you can make memories at all of the Indiana State Parks, each one provides unique experiences. Make it a goal to visit all of them! This road trip guides you as you explore the State Parks gracing the southern half of the state.
About This Road Trip
Shakamak State Park, Jasonville
Shakamak ...
Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari
30 Apr 2024
At Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari, they celebrate Christmas, 4th of July, Halloween and Thanksgiving all season long.
Cheetah Chase, the world’s first launched water coaster that lets you experience side-by-side racing, flying saucers and head-to-head racing to the finish line, is scheduled to open in July.
Thunderbird was Amer ...
Salem Speedway
30 Apr 2024
A track steeped in history...
For over 65 years Salem Speedway has enjoyed the recognition of being one of the most unique and renowned racetracks in America. The .555-mile oval that features imposing 33-degree banks was built strictly for speed. High powered sprint cars accelerate down the straights at speeds reaching nearly ...
Brown County State Park
30 Apr 2024
Experience Indiana’s largest state park! Nicknamed the “Little Smokies” because of the area’s resemblance to the Great Smoky Mountains, Brown County State Park encompasses nearly 16,000-acres of rugged hills, ridges, and fog-shrouded ravines. The Brown County State Park is a traditional fall color hot spot, with nearly 20-mi ...
Marvelous Murals
30 Apr 2024
We’re the Indiana Uplands, where the arts thrive in many forms — unique art galleries, historic theaters, music festivals, and artisan fairs. Of course we have beautiful, eye-popping murals in our communities!
From colorful murals displaying historic figures to picturesque paintings on the side of buildings welcoming visitors to commun ...
Events and Festivals
30 Apr 2024
In the Indiana Uplands, we are a region on the rise with a growing list of opportunities to live, work, and play. Join us at these special events as we catalyze our strengths to create new opportunities that lift the quality of life for all Uplanders.
Festival season returns
Warmer weather signals the arrival of festival season ...
Indiana Attractions
30 Apr 2024
In the Indiana Uplands, you’ll discover a diverse range of experiences awaiting you. Explore scenic wineries offering tastings amidst rolling hills, or enjoy thrilling family-friendly adventures at an indoor water park. Embark on picturesque hiking trails that wind through lush forests, visit captivating art galleries showcasing local talen ...
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