LaGrange County Economic Development Corporation

10/14/2026

The Finish Line Is in Sight!

If you've driven by the LaGrange County Innovation Center in the last few days, you've probably noticed some BIG changes outside! A brand-new roof is in the works and nearly complete, and that overgrown landscaping is officially GONE!

The progress hasn't slowed down inside either!
Since our last update, flooring has started going in throughout the building, interior doors are being installed, and crews are busy with trim work, paint, and all of those finishing touches that are making the space feel less like a construction project and more like the Innovation Center we've been envisioning.

It's hard to believe that in just a couple of weeks, we'll be watching the final pieces come together and preparing for the big move, and we are bringing our friends at the LaGrange County Chamber of Commerce with us! After months of sharing construction photos, it's pretty exciting to say: we're almost there.

We can't wait to welcome you inside and show you what we've been building for LaGrange County.

Stay tuned—Grand Opening information is coming soon!

10/09/2026

Did You Know? LaGrange County Has a Dedicated SBDC Business Advisor!

If you own a small business—or have been thinking about starting one—this is a resource you should know about!

Alice Robinson is the Northeast Indiana SBDC point person for LaGrange County, providing free, confidential business advising to local entrepreneurs and small business owners.

Alice can help with everything from business planning and finances to marketing, market research, growth strategies, and more. And with more than 20 years of marketing experience and experience as a small business owner herself, she understands many of the opportunities and challenges that come with entrepreneurship.

One of our goals at LCEDC is to make sure LaGrange County businesses know about and can easily connect with the resources available to help them succeed. The Indiana SBDC is a great one—and there is no cost to work with an advisor. The SBDC supports businesses at multiple stages, from starting and growing to financing, innovating, and planning for transitions.

Whether you have an idea you're trying to turn into a business or you've been in business for years and could use another perspective, don't hesitate to connect with Alice!

10/06/2026

New Training Opportunities Are Coming to LCIC!

One of the things we're most excited about as we prepare to open the LaGrange County Innovation Center is the opportunity to bring more training and professional development right here to LaGrange County.

We're kicking things off in partnership with Purdue Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) with two hands-on Microsoft Excel workshops this November and December!

Basic Excel Skills | November 19 | 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Designed for those looking to build a strong foundation in Excel, including navigation, basic calculations, built-in functions, worksheet formatting, and printing skills.

Intermediate Excel Skills | December 10 | 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Ready for the next step? This class will dive into logical and lookup functions, tables and charts, sorting and filtering data, and pivot tables.

Both workshops are $250 per person and will be held right here in LaGrange at the new Innovation Center. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged!

We're excited for LCIC to become a place where our local businesses and workforce can learn new skills, build connections, and grow—and these are just the beginning of the training opportunities we hope to bring to the space.

Register for Basic Excel: https://mep.purdue.edu/workshops-and-events/workshop-catalog-detail/?id=a3d0L000000uS1OQAU&eventid=a3QRd0000043qvpMAA
Basic Excel Skills – November 19

Register for Intermediate Excel: https://mep.purdue.edu/workshops-and-events/workshop-catalog-detail/?id=a3d0L000000uS3yQAE&eventid=a3QRd0000043odvMAA
Intermediate Excel Skills – December 10

And stay tuned—we're looking forward to sharing even more classes and programming coming to LCIC!

After ${moment(event.event.Early_Bird_Registration_End_Date__c).format('L')}, the price increases to $${event.event.Rush_Registration_Price__c}.

10/01/2026

Your new office is almost ready.... ARE YOU?

Looking for a professional office without the hassle of setting one up from scratch?
The Hub at LCIC has four private offices available for rent—and they'll be ready for you to get right to work.

For $500/month, your office comes furnished with a desk and chairs, plus access to The Hub's shared coworking space and optional meeting spaces.

No buying furniture. No setting up an entire office. Just bring your technology, settle in, and get to work. Here's a mock up of exactly how it could look!

Whether you're launching something new, growing a small business, or simply ready to move your business out of the house, The Hub could be your next step.
Interested in making one of our four offices yours? Fill out our inquiry form and we'll be in touch or give us a call at 260-499-4994

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/2KTeACM632

09/29/2026

We're excited to continue our Board Member Spotlight Series by highlighting board member, Terry Martin!

Terry has spent more than four decades serving the people of LaGrange County. He and his wife, Tammy, moved to the county in 1984 after Terry graduated from the Indiana State Police Academy. They raised their two children here, both of whom attended Westview High School, and LaGrange County has been home ever since.

After beginning his career with the Indiana State Police, Terry joined the LaGrange County Sheriff's Office in 1991. He spent the next 25½ years with the department, including eight years serving as LaGrange County Sheriff. His commitment to public service continued when he was elected County Commissioner, a role he has held since 2015 and will complete at the end of this year after 12 years of service.

Terry's involvement in the community extends well beyond his professional roles. Over the years, he has served as a 4-H leader in shooting sports, been involved with Horse & Pony and its board, coached Little League baseball, and participated in numerous other programs throughout the county.

Throughout his career, Terry has remained committed to one thing: making LaGrange County a better place to live and raise a family. That experience, perspective, and deep commitment to our community make him a valuable member of the LCEDC Board.

We're grateful for Terry's many years of service to LaGrange County and for the time and leadership he continues to share with LCEDC. Thank you, Terry!

09/18/2026

We talk a lot about economic development—but what does that actually look like day to day?

Some days, it’s sitting down with an existing business to talk through an expansion. Other days, it’s helping an entrepreneur figure out where to start, connecting an employer with a workforce resource, working on housing or community development, helping navigate incentives, implementing pieces of our Comprehensive Plan, or walking through the Innovation Center as we get closer to opening the doors.

And sometimes, it’s simply answering the phone and helping someone figure out who they need to talk to.

That's one of the most important roles we play. LCEDC serves as a central point of contact for economic development in LaGrange County, and you don't need to have a multimillion-dollar project to reach out to us.

If you're a business owner, entrepreneur, employer, developer, or someone with an idea for our community and you're not sure where to start—start with us.

📞 260-499-4994

You might be surprised by all the ways we can help.

Learn more about the Innovation Center More Info Get Rental Information for The Hub More Info Call with Questions About the Innovation Center (260) 499-4994 we are open for business In LaGrange County, Indiana The LaGrange County Economic Development Corporation is a 501 (c) 3 not-for-profit organiz...

09/15/2026

The first coats of paint are on the walls, the ceiling system is up, and we’ve heard flooring is next on the docket! At this stage of construction, the LaGrange County Innovation Center seems to transform every time we walk through the doors.

In these latest photos, you’ll get a sneak peek of the new LCEDC office, the Community Room, The Hub’s coworking space, and two of the four private offices that will be available for rent beginning November 1st!

The furnished offices at The Hub are designed to give entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses a professional, ready-to-use space to start and grow. Each office will include a desk and chair, a secure lockable door, a window, and access to meeting rooms and shared spaces.

Just bring your technology, settle in, and get to work!

Interested in making The Hub home for your business? Complete our inquiry form and we’ll reach out with more information:

The Hub Office Inquiry Form

You can also contact Verna at [email protected] with questions.

We’re getting closer every week, and we can’t wait to see these spaces filled with people and ideas!

09/10/2026

Some of the most valuable economic development work we do starts with a simple question: How is business?

Through our Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E) efforts, LCEDC is regularly meeting with employers throughout LaGrange County to listen, learn, and better understand what they need to be successful—not just today, but five, ten, or twenty years from now.

Those conversations help us identify challenges with workforce, infrastructure, housing, training, expansion, regulations, and more. Sometimes we can connect a business directly with a resource or partner. Other times, hearing the same concern from multiple employers helps us recognize a larger issue that needs attention and advocate for change.

BR&E is about building relationships before there's a problem and making sure our existing businesses know they have someone in their corner.

Our local businesses are the foundation of LaGrange County's economy, and their long-term success matters to all of us.

If we haven't visited your business lately—or ever—we'd love to change that! Give LCEDC a call at 260-499-4994 or follow the link to set up a visit:

09/09/2026

Art & Economic Development: More Connected Than You Might Think

What does art have to do with economic development? Quite a bit!

Economic development isn't only about jobs and businesses. It's also about creating communities where people want to live, visit, invest, and put down roots—and art plays an important role in making that happen.

Public art, murals, performances, creative spaces, and community events add character to our towns and help create a sense of place. They give residents something to be proud of, attract visitors, support local businesses, and contribute to the quality of life that helps communities attract and retain talent.

For LaGrange County, investing in quality of place is part of investing in our economic future. Businesses need great communities to call home, and employees want to live somewhere they feel connected to.

Art helps tell the story of who we are—and creating places people love is an important part of building a strong economy.

Community development IS economic development.

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we're celebrating the people who keep LaGrange County moving.

From manufacturing floors and small businesses to farms, schools, healthcare facilities, construction sites, offices, and everywhere in between—our local workforce is at the heart of our economy and our communities.

We're grateful for the hard work, skill, craftsmanship, and dedication of the people who make LaGrange County such a great place to live, work, and do business.

From all of us at the LaGrange County Economic Development Corporation, Happy Labor Day!