Virtual Mental Health First Aid Training on Nov. 12
Do you know someone who has experienced anxiety, depression, substance use disorder or another mental health issue? Join the Wellness Council of Indiana (WCI) for Mental Health First Aid Training (MHFA) virtually on November 12 to learn how to offer initial help in a mental health crisis. Participants are trained to identify risk factors and warning signs of mental illnesses and how to connect persons to the appropriate care. Certification requires a two-hour, self-paced [...]
Bobblehead Hall of Fame Unveils New Offering for Butler Fans
The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum recently released a pair of officially licensed "Butler War Song" bobbleheads featuring the school's mascot, "Hink." The unique bobbleheads play the fight song at the push of a button and the new bobbleheads join dozens of other new college offerings released throughout the month of September. "We’re excited to unveil this new Butler Bulldog bobblehead in conjunction with the start of the new school year,” says [...]
Elevate Workplace Communication and Engagement with Focus on Mental Health
The Wellness Council of Indiana, a subsidiary of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, is offering a transformative workshop designed to enhance attendees' communication and engagement strategies while addressing mental health considerations in the workplace. Participants will leave with practical tools to foster a more supportive and connected work environment. Experts Guy Westermeyer and Melissa Cotterill from Westcomm, an Indiana-based agency with a strong track record in employee communications and engagement, will lead the workshops. [...]
Madison Named Indiana Chamber’s 2024 Community of the Year
Madison Mayor Bob Courtney spoke at the Chamber's announcement Tuesday before a City Council meeting. The Indiana Chamber was pleased to reveal Madison as its 2024 Community of the Year on Tuesday. The announcement was made at a press conference ahead of a city council meeting. With its rich heritage and historic architecture, a beautiful setting along the Ohio River and proximity to several large metropolitan areas, most Hoosiers are familiar with [...]
BizVoice: Road Funding, Energy Issues and More
The current edition of BizVoice® features a variety of pressing news items across Indiana. They include: Open Lanes: Hoosier lawmakers and public policy professionals are eyeing the 2025 Indiana General Assembly for what is setting up to be a pivotal session regarding funding for roads and corresponding mechanisms to support Indiana’s travel infrastructure. Debate is expected over the issue of user fees versus taxes, with some lawmakers wanting to make sure out-of-state users pay [...]
