Regional Opportunity Initiatives, Inc. (ROI) has launched the next round of Digital Towns grant funding, aimed at supporting programs that improve digital literacy and technology usage across the Indiana Uplands.
Grant amounts range from $5,000 to $50,000, with up to $75,000 available for projects that encompass a regional scope.
Help us spread the word to eligible organizations, including libraries, nonprofits, schools, main streets organizations, and others. Applications are due by September 13,
Funds such as the Holly Humphrey Scholarship Fund are supported by charitable donations from people in and outside of the community, and the Washington County Community Foundation (WCCF) is currently promoting a 3:1 monthly donation match for the various funds they support. Every dollar donated by monthly donors is tripled by the WCCF, and every dollar donated by non-monthly donors will be matched by $2 from the WCCF. There are many ways to donate, such as:
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Donate Online (click here)
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Write a Check
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Mail to Washington County Community Foundation, PO Box 50, Salem, IN, 47167
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Donate Monthly with Automated Donations (click here)
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Other Ways to Donate
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Stocks
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Bonds
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IRAs
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Retirement Plans
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Not only does the Washington County Community Foundation greatly appreciate any donations, but the community that it helps to support does as well. For more information, visit www.wccf.biz.
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We wanted to take a mintue to thank everyone for attending the festival despite the stormy weather. It's the dedication and support of wonderful people like you that make our festival a success, regardless of the challenges we face. Your willingness to brave the elements to join us speaks volume about your commitment and enthusiasm for our beloved tradition. We are incredibily grateful for your participation and for helping us create memorable experiences for our community! Thank you once again for your support and for being a part of our community.
Public comment is open to the Indiana Natural Resources Commission (NRC) regarding proposed changes to the state’s river otter trapping and deer hunting rules. Public comments can be submitted at IN.gov/nrc/rules/rulemaking-docket by locating the “Submit Comments Here” link in the Rulemaking Docket for the River Otter Trapping Rule and Deer Hunting Amendment Proposal. Comments can also be mailed to:
Natural Resources Commission
Indiana Government Center North
100 North Senate Ave., Room N103
Indianapolis, IN 46204
The deadline for submitting public comments is Aug. 23. Public hearings are also being held on Aug. 26 as follows:
River Otter Trapping Rule Changes: Aug. 26, 4:30-6 p.m. ET, Atterbury Fish & Wildlife Area, in-person and online
Deer Hunting Rule Changes: Aug. 26, 6-7:30 p.m. ET, Atterbury Fish & Wildlife Area, in-person and online
For more information on the proposed rule changes and the links to attend the online public hearings, visit our Rule & Regulation Changes webpage.
August is the perfect time to practice your shooting skills. Not only is it in the midst of the Paris 2024 Olympics, but it’s also National Shooting Sports Month. You can watch Olympic shooting sports on TV and join the fun at your local DNR shooting range.
Depending on the range you visit, you can practice archery, rifle, shotgun, handgun, trap, and skeet.
Watch our new shooting range video to view our facilities and find more information about DNR shooting ranges on our Public Shooting Ranges web page.
Regional Shooting Ranges:
Clark State Forest
2 Service Road
Henryville, IN 47126
812-294-4306
Rifle, shotgun, handgun
Monday and Thursday: Noon - sunset.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday: Sunrise - sunset.
Sunday: Closed.
$5 a day, $25 for annual pass.
Crosley FWA
2010 S. State Highway 3
North Vernon, IN 47265
812-346-5596
Archery, rifle, handgun
Open: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET, Wednesday – Sunday Closed: Monday and Tuesday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day Winter Hours for January and February Open: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Closed: Monday – Thursday.
Archery Range: Open daily sunrise to sunset
Hardy Lake
5620 N. Hardy Lake Road
Scottsburg, IN 47170
812-794-3800
Archery
Daily: Sunrise - sunset.
Jackson-Washington State Forest
1278 East State Road 250
Brownstown, IN 47220
812-358-2160
Archery
Daily: Sunrise - Sunset.
Patoka Lake
3084 N. Dillard Road
Birdseye, IN 47513
812-338-5589
Archery
Daily: Sunrise - Sunset.
Basic range rules for all Division of Fish & Wildlife operated ranges:
This is not a comprehensive list of rules; please read and obey all rules posted at the range you visit.
• Eye and ear protection are required on all firearm ranges.
• All range users and visitors must wear a shirt and shoes (closed-toed shoes and a full T-shirt are suggested).
• Shoot only at paper targets placed on the provided target holders; clay targets are allowed on the shotgun range.
• Automatic fire and rapid fire (more than one shot per second) are prohibited.
• .50 caliber BMG or any firearm capable of delivering more than 9,000 ft/lbf (foot pounds of force) are prohibited.
• Holstered firearms are not allowed anywhere on the shooting range, except by on-duty uniformed law enforcement officers.
• Eating, drinking, and smoking are allowed only in the parking area.
• Range users must be at least eighteen years old or accompanied by someone who is at least 18 years old.
Midwest Hair Sheep Sale At Salem October 5
17 Sep 2024
Midwest Hair Sheep Sale At Salem October 5 (2)
17 Sep 2024
It's Harvest Season--Watch For Farm Equipment On Roads
14 Sep 2024
Goat Association Holding Annual Meeting
04 Sep 2024
DNR Weekly Review for August 28
29 Aug 2024
DNR Weekly Review for August 21
21 Aug 2024
DNR Weekly Review for August 14
14 Aug 2024
103 Historic Farm Families Presented Hoosier Homestead
14 Aug 2024
Indiana's Highest Agriculture Honor Awarded
09 Aug 2024
2024 Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest Winners Announced
09 Aug 2024
Harrison County Cattleman's Field Day, August 24
08 Aug 2024
DNR Weekly Review for August 7
07 Aug 2024
$2 Million Provided To Indiana Food Banks Through State Department of Agriculture
05 Aug 2024
DNR Weekly Review for July 31, 2024
31 Jul 2024
ISDA Completes Indiana’s Inventory Of Lost Farmland Study
31 Jul 2024
Weekly Review for July 24
29 Jul 2024
Conservation Record Broken By Hoosier Farmers And Landowners For Third Year In A Row
16 Jul 2024
Clark Smith Will Lead State’s Grain Buyers Division
11 Jul 2024
Corteva Agriscience/Featured Farmers At IN State Fair
11 Jul 2024
Ash Tree Treatment at Indiana State Parks
10 Jul 2024
Weekly Review for July 10
10 Jul 2024
Washington County Local Foods Tour
10 Jul 2024
Weekly Review for July 3, 2024
08 Jul 2024
Indiana’s Inventory Of Lost Farmland 2010-2022
01 Jul 2024
Indiana FFA elects 2024-25 State Officers
28 Jun 2024
DNR Weekly Review For June 21
21 Jun 2024
Purdue Small Farm Education Field Day
18 Jun 2024
DNR Weekly Review For May 29
30 May 2024
Highlight Your Photography Talents With The Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest
30 May 2024
Ag. Hall of Fame Award Announcement During Washington County Fair
30 May 2024
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