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How Smart Accounting Keeps Small Businesses Confident and Compliant

When you’re running a small business, financial health is just as critical as customer growth. Owners often think of accounting only in terms of compliance — filing taxes or meeting state requirements — but in reality, disciplined accounting practices provide the visibility you need to make confident growth decisions. Whether you’re hiring your first employee, taking out a line of credit, or preparing for expansion, clarity in your books removes the guesswork.    Track Cash Flow Like a Daily Pulse Cash

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Angel Walk to Benefit FSA Domestic Violence Shelter

 PRESS RELEASE Angel Walk to benefit FSA domestic violence shelter KOKOMO, Ind. – Enjoy a walk on the beautiful Indiana University Kokomo campus and support a great cause by participating in the annual Angel Walk on Tuesday, September 30.   The event, a fundraiser for the Family Service Association of Howard County’s (FSA) domestic violence shelter, begins with a rally at 5:30 p.m. in the Kelley Student Center, 2300 S. Washington Street, followed by a one-mile walk at approximately 6 p.m.   “This

ECI Childcare Impact & Action Plan Presentation Oct. 1

Upland Main Street Lighting Ceremony October 2

​​​​​​From the Main Street Mile Initiative:Main Street Pathway Lighting CeremonyYou're invited to join us for a lighting ceremony on October 2nd at 7:00pm. We hope to fill the pathway with community members and students all the way from Jefferson Street to Reade Avenue and then record the moment with a drone flyover at 7:30pm. We hope to see you there!

Hallowine at the Hostess House Oct. 17

HollowineFriday, October 17th, 6:00 pmTickets now available Come to the Mansion for a fun night with wine, food, and our favorite, Tonne Winery! Dress up for the holiday and have a fun evening with your friends at the Hostess House! Pre-paid reservations only! Tickets available at the Mansion or online at www.hostesshouse.org.

The Arc Offers Shredz of Hope Document Shredding

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Night of Sweet Dreams Oct. 11 with The Training Center

Indiana Health Centers New Mobile Health Unit

Color Me Pink Breast Cancer Fun Run & Silent Auction Oct. 4

GRCC’s Public Safety Day Offers Career Exploration Opportunities

GRCC’s Public Safety Day offers career exploration opportunities   Grant Regional Career Center will host their inaugural Public Safety Day later this month.  High school students from around the region have been invited to explore public safety careers at GRCC. During the event, set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 24, students will have the opportunity to connect with local law enforcement, firefighters, EMS, and other public safety professionals.  The event will include:  Live demonstrations Hands-on

IU Kokomo Congratulates August 2025 Graduates

   PRESS RELEASE IU Kokomo congratulates August 2025 graduates KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo congratulates the 123 students who earned degrees in August 2025. The graduates represent 29 Indiana counties and six states. Those who earned degrees include: Alexandria Clarissa Anne Kepner, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice   Amboy Trevor Stanton Dedaker, Bachelor of Science in Biological and Physical Sciences      Anderson Chad Evan McIntyre, Master of Arts   Atlanta Adriana

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Idyl Wyld First Responder September Discount Offer

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Idyl Wyld 2nd Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Skate Oct. 18

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Create Powerful Presentations with IU Kokomo Microcredential

   PRESS RELEASE Create powerful presentations with IU Kokomo microcredential KOKOMO, Ind. —Looking to sharpen your communication and presentation skills? This fall, you can equip yourself for professional success with a new offering from Indiana University Kokomo’s Achieve Improve Master (AIM) microcredential program. Participants will join Kersten Brunner, adjunct instructor in business, for an asynchronous online class, Essentials of Powerful Presentations. Beginning October 22, the program will

Marion City Wide Clean Up September 20

Clayton W. Mosher and Samantha M. McCammon Join Northwestern Mutual as Team Members of Summit Financial Group

__________________________________________ NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL PRIVATE CLIENT GROUP   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                                For further information, contact: Randall T. Lehman, 260-432-5152Randy.lehman@nm.com   Clayton W. Mosher and Samantha M. McCammon Join Northwestern Mutual as Team Members of Summit Financial Group   Fort Wayne, IN – September 10, 2025 – Northwestern Mutual welcomes Clayton W. Mosher and Samantha

Public Invited to People Make Place Exhibition Oct. 3 with KAC and Marion Design Co

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 10th, 2025 CONTACT: Misty Fox Gallery and Hospitality Coordinator misty@mariondesign.co THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO PEOPLE MAKE PLACE, AN EXHIBITION HOSTED BY KENNEDY ART CENTER AND SPONSORED BY MARION ARTS COMMISSION AND MARION DESIGN CO. IN COLLABORATION WITH HENRIK SÖDERSTRÖM OF INDIANA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY’S ART AND DESIGN DIVISION Marion, IN- Kennedy Art Center is pleased to announce an upcoming art exhibition and opening reception for the public at the Kennedy Art Center

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IU Kokomo Observatory to host first Open House of the academic year Sept. 14

  PRESS RELEASE IU Kokomo Observatory to host first Open House of the academic year SundayKOKOMO, Ind. — The Indiana University Kokomo Observatory will host its first free open house of the academic year at 8 p.m. on Sunday, September 14.Patrick Motl, dean of the School of Sciences and professor of physics, will begin the open house with an overview and early results from the Vera C. Rubin Observatory. Located on a mountaintop in Chile, the Rubin Observatory uses the largest camera ever built to capture

September is National Preparedness Month

FEMA’s Ready Campaign has observed National Preparedness Month since 2004 to encourage Americans to prepare for emergencies.  The month is a great time to take small steps to make a big difference in being prepared.   Preparedness Starts at Home, the 2025 theme, focuses on getting back to the essentials of preparedness. In addition to sharing the tips, messages and graphics you can find on Ready.gov, there are four key actions you can take to prepare for any disaster you may face:Know your riskKnow

You're Invited: Marion High School Plans Night of Giants to Honor Outstanding Alumni

You're invited: Marion High School plans Night of Giants to honor outstanding alumni   Marion Community School will honor exceptional alumni during Homecoming Weekend this year.  The 2025 inductees for the Marion High School Hall of Distinction, along with the MHS Athletics Hall of Fame and the MHS Arts Hall of Fame, will be honored at the Night of Giants ceremony, set for Friday, Oct. 3, at the Walton Performing Arts Center at Marion High School. The ceremony will start at 5 p.m. and is free and open

Develop Your Business Plan with IU Kokomo Microcredential Program

  PRESS RELEASE Develop your business plan with IU Kokomo microcredential program KOKOMO, Ind. — Do you have an idea for a great business? Not sure how to get started? Gain expertise in refining a business idea, conducting market research, developing financial projections and funding strategies, and writing and pitching a business plan by earning the Business Blueprint microcredential. James Geiger, visiting lecturer in business, will lead a series of four verified skills classes through Indiana

Tickets Now On Sale for CSA Civic Theatre’s Interactive Comedy-Mystery Murders in the Heir

Tickets Now On Sale for CSA Civic Theatre’s Interactive Comedy-Mystery Murders in the Heir Marion, IN – September 3, 2025– The Community School of the Arts (CSA) is excited to announce that tickets are officially on sale for CSA Civic Theatre’s fall production of Murders in the Heir, running October 9–12, 2025 at the James Dean Memorial Theater at the CSA Civic Theatre. This isn’t your typical night at the theatre—Murders in the Heir transforms the classic murder mystery into a fully interactive

Gilead Presents Andy Beningo ''Best Comedian'', Oct 28

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Gilead Ministries is proud to bring…Andy Beningo Named by the Motor City..."BEST COMEDIAN” (Detroit Metro Times / Detroit Hour magazine) Tuesday, October 28, 2025 Doors open at 6 pm Reservations start Sept. 8, 2025 Watch your inbox and mailbox to get yours! NOT ON OUR EMAIL OR MAILING LIST? GO TO MYGILEAD.ORG TODAY AND CHANGE THAT!! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ With over 3,500 career performances, Andy Beningo has established himself as one of the most in demand

Gain Confidence Using Microsoft Excel with IU Kokomo Microcredential

  PRESS RELEASE Gain confidence using Microsoft Excel with IU Kokomo microcredential KOKOMO, Ind. — Do you need to learn to use Microsoft Excel? Or, could you benefit from a refresher course to feel more confident using it at work? You can equip yourself for professional success with this new offering from Indiana University Kokomo’s Achieve Improve Master (AIM) microcredential program. Join Edwin Faunce, adjunct instructor of communications, and Janice Childress, campus manager for the Office of

Idyl Wyld Celebrates 1st Responders for September

City of Marion Awarded $5K for ADA Accessible Picnic Tables in Matter Park

City Awarded $5K for ADA Accessible Picnic Tables in Matter ParkShareemailfacebooklinkedintwitterreddit Aug 28, 2025  |  Web Administrator The City of Mar­i­on has been award­ed $5,000 towards ADA (Amer­i­can Dis­abil­i­ties Act) acces­si­ble pic­nic tables in Mat­ter Park. The grant will pay for five tables, and the City will pay a remain­ing $2,000 for two addi­tion­al tables, for a total of sev­en acces­si­ble struc­tures through­out Mat­ter Park – in shel­ters, Friend­ship Cor­ner, and the

The Training Center Seeks Night of Sweet Dreams Event Sponsors

Christmas In the Air Pre Show Exclusive Studio Offer Dec 17 at GCPAC

Work Based Learning Forum, Fort Wayne, Nov 11, 2025

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Herman's Hermits Starring Peter Noone Oct.24 at The GCPAC

Montgomery Gentry Featuring Eddie Montgomery is coming to The GCPAC October 10, 2025, Tickets on Sale Now

 Experience the Magic of Live Music at Gas City Performing Arts Center!  Montgomery Gentry featuring Eddie Montgomery is coming October 10, 2025!   Something to be proud of  Daddy won't sell the farm  Lucky Man  She couldn't change me  Speed  My Town  Where I come from  Hell Yeah  Tickets on Sale Friday, July 11, 2025! TICKETS

Lee Greenwood, November 14, 2025 at The GCPAC

 Experience the Magic of Live Music at Gas City Performing Arts Center!  Join us for an unforgettable show with Lee Greenwood, November 14, 2025!   With seven #1 songs & 25 charted singles to his credit, choosing songs proved to be a success for Greenwood. His country hits include: “It Turns Me Inside Out”, “Ring On Her Finger Time On Her Hands”, ”She’s Lying”, “I Don’t Mind the Thorns If You’re The Rose”, “Dixie Road”, “Somebody’s Gonna Love You”, “Going, Going, Gone”, “You Got A Good Love Comin”, “Fools

Amplify Marion Artist Announcement: SCOOT TEASLEY

Amplify Marion Artist Announcement: SCOOT TEASLEYShare ARTIST ANNOUNCE­MENT! SCOOT TEASLEY Ris­ing star Scoot Teasley is mak­ing his mark in the Coun­try music scene, fea­tured on the cov­er of Spotify’s Fresh Finds Coun­try playlist, named a TIDAL Ris­ing Artist and includ­ed in Nashville Briefing’s Artists to Watch list. Hail­ing from Toc­coa, Geor­gia, Teasley har­ness­es R&B and Soul influ­ences to bring an inno­v­a­tive sound in cre­at­ing authen­tic Coun­try songs. Scoot will be play­ing on

How Smart Companies Build Bridges Across Departments

The challenge isn’t that departments don’t want to collaborate. It’s that they often don’t know how to do it meaningfully. Despite the best intentions, silos form easily and solidify over time, leaving once-fluid organizations rigid and reactive. The businesses that figure out how to breach those invisible walls—those are the ones that grow faster, solve problems quicker, and weather disruption with less drama. Interdepartmental communication isn’t just a buzzword anymore; it’s the backbone of companies

Amplify Marion Artist Announcement: LLOYD NICKS

Amplify Marion Artist Announcement: LLOYD NICKSShareemailfacebooklinkedintwitterreddit ARTIST ANNOUNCE­MENT! LLOYD NICKS2025 Gram­my Award Win­ner Lloyd Nicks is a ris­ing force in con­tem­po­rary gospel and R&B, known for his soul­ful voice and pro­lif­ic song­writ­ing root­ed in his church upbring­ing. With chart-top­ping sin­gles and crit­i­cal acclaim across major plat­forms, Nicks is cap­tur­ing hearts and redefin­ing mod­ern inspi­ra­tional music. Stay tuned for more updates — FIRST on

Lee Greenwood 40th Anniversary Tour Friday, November 14, 2025

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Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant: All You Have to Do Is Ask Acrobat’s Generative AI Document & PDF Tool

Adobe Acrobat has long been an invaluable tool for business owners, entrepreneurs, and employees all over the world thanks to its wide array of PDF generation and editing tools. Now, Acrobat AI Assistant offers new benefits for businesses of all sizes. Acrobat AI Assistant’s revolutionary software can transform your business with its incredible features:   Content Summarization and Insights: Long documents can be overwhelming to review, especially for busy entrepreneurs. The AI Assistant can