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Check out this immersive mural experience in Franklin, Indiana - Kuji Alley! Modeled after its sister city of Kuji, Japa...
06/03/2026

Check out this immersive mural experience in Franklin, Indiana - Kuji Alley! Modeled after its sister city of Kuji, Japan, this alley features 800 metal cherry blossoms, 70 Japanese lanterns, a koi fish mural, and a traditional Japanese footbridge! 🏮🐟🌸🇯🇵

The connection began with Franklin College alumna Thomasine Allen, who traveled to Japan in 1915 as a missionary. She taught in several cities before settling in Kuji, where she helped establish Christian institutions, including a kindergarten, hospital, church, and college. In recognition of her impact, the Kuji City Council named Allen an honorary citizen. Today, Kuji Alley celebrates this connection.


Sources: https://www.indianaconnection.org/county-profile-johnson-county/

https://dailyjournal.net/2023/12/12/gallery-franklins-kuji-alley-update-brings-year-round-view-of-japanese-springtime/

06/02/2026

Nicknamed “Festival Country,” Johnson County hosts more than 1,000 festivals, concerts, and events annually. In Festival Country the national pastime is having a good time!🎉🎶🎪


Source: https://www.festivalcountryindiana.com/

📢 Upcoming Webinar: Distance Learning & Telemedicine (DLT) Grant Program – FY 2026Join USDA Rural Development’s Rural Ut...
06/02/2026

📢 Upcoming Webinar: Distance Learning & Telemedicine (DLT) Grant Program – FY 2026

Join USDA Rural Development’s Rural Utilities Service (RUS) for an informative webinar covering the FY 2026 Distance Learning & Telemedicine (DLT) Grant Program Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)!

The DLT program provides financial assistance to expand and enhance distance learning and telemedicine services in rural communities. Funding supports telecommunications-enabled technologies, including audio/video equipment and advanced tools that help bring:
✅ Education & training opportunities
✅ Healthcare services
✅ Critical resources to underserved rural areas

What You’ll Learn in the Webinar
• High-level overview of the DLT program
• Detailed breakdown of FY 2026 NOFO requirements
• Step-by-step guidance on applying via Grants.gov
• Key dates and next steps
• Live Q&A session

📅 Wednesday, June 3, 2026
🕐 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET
🔗 Register Here: https://tinyurl.com/m2rw6fuv

Applications for the DLT program are now open and must be submitted via Grants.gov by June 30, 2026 (11:59 PM ET).

This week we're returning to our Indiana county spotlight series! Let's begin with a for Johnson County!
06/01/2026

This week we're returning to our Indiana county spotlight series! Let's begin with a for Johnson County!

📊 Research & Policy InsightsIn this latest RPI report, examines socioeconomic and demographic indicators across region...
06/01/2026

📊 Research & Policy Insights

In this latest RPI report, examines socioeconomic and demographic indicators across regions, offering valuable context for decision-making. This installment builds on prior work by focusing on updated knowledge-based occupation cluster definitions and their role in regional competitiveness.

Discover how Indiana’s talent landscape is shaping the future of economic development.

🔗https://pcrd.purdue.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Indianas-Economic-and-Workforce-Regions-Knowledge-Clusters-and-Competitiveness.pdf

📊 : Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission: Top Knowledge Cluster by Average Hourly WageThe Healthcare and Medical Scien...
05/28/2026

📊 : Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission: Top Knowledge Cluster by Average Hourly Wage

The Healthcare and Medical Science Practitioners and Specialists Knowledge Cluster leads all 20 other clusters in the Central Ohio region, with an average hourly wage of $53.89!

This spotlight also includes the industry cluster’s employment numbers and location quotient.

🔗 RegionalClusters.com

Source: https://pcrd.purdue.edu/regionalclusters/knowledge-clusters/dashboard.php

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