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Whether you’re a Kosciusko County, Indiana native, new to the community or a visitor, we invite into these personal stories about experiencing life in ”K-County.” The Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation (KEDCO), in partnership with local business, J.C. Innovations, provides a behind-the-scenes, hidden-secret, and things-to-do perspective in Kosciusko County. This podcast celebrates what is unique, what is special, what is…Clearly Kosciusko.
Episodes
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
EPISODE SHOW NOTES
Season 4
“Lead Where You Live” series
The Clearly Kosciusko Podcast is powered by KEDCO and DreamOn Studios in partnership with Tippy River Adventures and Visit Kosciusko County.
- [1:30] Meet Sea Grandon of Atelier (Ah-telly-a), a contemporary art gallery
- [3:20] Traveling around the world and choosing to plant roots in K-County
- [4:00] What is an art advisor?
- [6:00] Atelier – A space for contemporary and emerging art in downtown Warsaw
- [8:10] Mantra “Live local, work global. Living here is its own benefit.”
- [11:35] How Atelier art gallery operates and featured artists
- [15:55] Sneak peek of a group art show coming next summer
- [20:30] Dreaming big about art & opportunities for the community
- [25:00] Moving forward with your own dream – a supportive community
- [36:25] What the phrase “Clearly Kosciusko” means to Sea
Additional Resources:
Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts
Atelier on social: Facebook, Instagram & Linkedin
Are you new to the community or considering moving to the Kosciusko County area? We invite you to learn more about KEDCO’s Talent Initiative. Want the scoop on events and happenings? Subscribe to our newsletter and connect with us on social media: Facebook, Linkedin and Instagram.
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
EPISODE SHOW NOTES
Season 4
“Lead Where You Live” series
The Clearly Kosciusko Podcast is powered by KEDCO and DreamOn Studios in partnership with Tippy River Adventures and Visit Kosciusko County.
- [2:15] Meet Michele Bickel and Rebecca Bazzoni of Joe’s Kids
- [4:00] A parent identifying a need and taking action
- [6:40] Services and offerings of Joe’s Kids
- [9:45] Newest offering - tutoring services for children with dyslexia
- [13:15] The early steps – Joe’s Kids wasn’t “in the plan”
- [24:30] The growth journey - an exciting move ahead
- [32:00] JOE – Join Our Effort
- [35:45] Advice to others for getting started
- [37:00] What the phrase “Clearly Kosciusko” means to Rebecca and Michele
Additional Resources:
Kosciusko County Community Foundation (KCCF)
Are you new to the community or considering moving to the Kosciusko County area? We invite you to learn more about KEDCO’s Talent Initiative. Want the scoop on events and happenings? Subscribe to our newsletter and connect with us on social media: Facebook, Linkedin and Instagram.
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
EPISODE SHOW NOTES
Season 4
“Lead Where You Live” series
The Clearly Kosciusko Podcast is powered by KEDCO and DreamOn Studios in partnership with Tippy River Adventures and Visit Kosciusko County.
- [1:30] Meet father and daughter, John Tucker and Olivia Tucker of Maple Leaf Farms
- [2:00] The history of Maple Leaf––a world leading and fourth generation family business
- [5:30] Sharing the story and how “Cooking with Liv” came about
- [12:30] As a global-leading business, why choose Kosciusko County?
- [17:50] Embracing and leveraging differences in a family business, and appreciating and valuing people
- [23:55] Striking a balance between growth and preserving our natural resources
- [26:55] What “Clearly Kosciusko” means to Olivia and John
Additional Resources:
Maple Leaf Farms on social: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, Twitter, YouTube & Pinterest
KEDCO Entrepreneurship Initiative
Are you new to the community or considering moving to the Kosciusko County area? We invite you to learn more about KEDCO’s Talent Initiative. Want the scoop on events and happenings?
Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
EPISODE SHOW NOTES
Season 4
“Lead Where You Live” series
The Clearly Kosciusko Podcast is powered by KEDCO and DreamOn Studios in partnership with Tippy River Adventures and Visit Kosciusko County.
- [1:00] Meet Allyn Decker of OrthoWorx and Ashley McGinnis of Warsaw Engineering and Fabricating
- [7:20] Want to get involved in the community? It’s easier than you might think.
- [8:20] What’s a “board bank”?
- [12:00] Kosciusko Leadership Academy – a big picture view of the community
- [15:30] Find people and opportunities where your interests lead you
- [20:30] Have you planned your own staycation yet?
- [29:20] What the phrase “Clearly Kosciusko” means to Allyn and Ashley
Additional Resources:
Kosciusko County Community Foundation (KCCF)
Kosciusko County Republican Women’s Club
Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce
Are you new to the community or considering moving to the Kosciusko County area? We invite you to learn more about KEDCO’s Talent Initiative. Want the scoop on events and happenings?
Wednesday Sep 20, 2023
Wednesday Sep 20, 2023
EPISODE SHOW NOTES
Season 4
“A Life Well-Lived in Kosciusko County” Series
The Clearly Kosciusko Podcast is powered by KEDCO and DreamOn Studios in partnership with Tippy River Adventures and Visit Kosciusko County.
- [1:00] Alan Tio with Jody Claypool & Ryan Martin
- [3:40] Coming together for the betterment of the community
- [9:40] How Paddlers for Conservation is making Tippecanoe River more accessible Contact Tippy River to get involved.
- [23:30] Getting “on the lake” if you don’t live at the lake
- [30:00] Doing our part to engage and tell our story
- [33:20] Plan your next adventure on Tippy River!
Additional Resources:
Are you new to the community or considering moving to the Kosciusko County area? We invite you to learn more about KEDCO’s Talent Initiative. Want the scoop on events and happenings? Subscribe to our newsletter and connect with us on social media: Facebook, Instagram and Linkedin.
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
EPISODE SHOW NOTES
Season 4 | Episode 66
“A Life Well-Lived in Kosciusko County” Series
The Clearly Kosciusko Podcast is powered by KEDCO and DreamOn Studios in partnership with Tippy River Adventures and Visit Kosciusko County.
- [1:00] Meet Amy Roe of HELP Kosciusko, Kelsea DeGaetano of Kelsea Designs and Pierceton Chamber of Commerce, and Amanda Yaprak, Town of Mentone Clerk
- [3:00] What is the Hoosier Enduring Legacy Program (HELP)?
- [5:50] Participating HELP communities: Pierceton, Mentone, Milford & Etna Green
- [13:00] How community engagement led to projects that are underway
- [24:20] Creating “one” Kosciusko County
- [26:30] What makes our rural communities special
- [35:20] What “Clearly Kosciusko” means to Amanda, Kelsea & Amy
Additional Resources:
Michiana Area Council of Governments (MACOG)
Are you new to the community or considering moving to the Kosciusko County area? We invite you to learn more about KEDCO’s Talent Initiative. Want the scoop on events and happenings? Subscribe to our newsletter and connect with us on social media: Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
EPISODE SHOW NOTES
Season 4 | Episode 65
“A Life Well-Lived in Kosciusko County” Series
The Clearly Kosciusko Podcast is powered by KEDCO and DreamOn Studios in partnership with Tippy River Adventures and Visit Kosciusko County.
- [1:40] Meet Sherry Searles of LaunchPad & Miriel McFarland of Instrumental Machine & Development (IMD)
- [4:10] A community effort - why LaunchPad was created
- [7:40] How IMD is trailblazing in this arena as a local business – IMD Early Learning Center
- [10:30] Key partnerships in bringing more early learning offerings to the community
- [18:18] POLYWOOD + Wawasee Schools partnership
- [19:20] How to get involved in supporting early learning as a local business – grant funding for employers coming soon
- [34:00] Wish list - Bringing a “play café” to the community
- [35:20] What “Clearly Kosciusko” means to Miriel & Sherry
Additional Resources:
Kosciusko County Historical Society
United Way of Whitley & Kosciusko Counties
Are you new to the community or considering moving to the Kosciusko County area? We invite you to learn more about KEDCO’s Talent Initiative. Want the scoop on events and happenings? Subscribe to our newsletter and connect with us on social media: Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.
Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
EPISODE SHOW NOTES
Season 4
Series: “A Life Well-Lived in Kosciusko County”
- [1:55] Meet Mark Knecht, President of Chautauqua Wawasee
- [2:30] What is Chautauqua Wawasee?
- [8:40] September is a busy month–get involved!
- [10:20] The origins of Chautauqua
- [12:05] The Pillars of Chautauqua (based on Chautauqua Institution): Art, Education, Faith & Recreation
- [14:20] The backstory about how Mark got involved
- [16:00] Check out upcoming events!
- [20:45] Mark’s wishlist for the organization
- [25:55] What does Mark like to do in his free time?
- [28:15] What does “Cleary Kosciusko” mean to Mark?
- [30:40] How to contact Chautauqua
Additional Resources:
Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts
Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum
Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
EPISODE SHOW NOTES
Season 4
“Small Town, Big Amenities”
This episode is sponsored by KEDCO Sustaining Partner Investor POLYWOOD.
- [2:30] Meet Chuck McLaughlin, vice president of Lake City Skiers and Jack Mayer, owner of Wakesurf Winona.
- [3:00] What on earth is wakesurfing? What do the Lake City Skiers do?
- [6:10] Wakesurf Winona – A brand new business to the area
- [9:30] Fun on the water…skiing
- [19:20] More fun on the water – other than watersports
- [22:00] Jack’s shares insights on running the business
- [24:35] What’s next?
- [29:50] What does it take to become a Lake City Skier?
- [31:15] What does “Cleary Kosciusko” mean to Chuck and Jack?
- [33:25] “Shameless business plugs”
Additional Resources:
Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
Season 4
“Small Town, Big Amenities” series
- [1:40] Jess Hauck, Ryan Martin, and Jody Claypool on working and playing in Kosciusko County
- [4:15] Hidden gems throughout the county
- [10:30] Hit the river! The start of Tippy River Adventures
- [23:45] Rainy day activities - check!
- [29:20] How the people of K-County make the community
- [32:10] What does “Clearly Kosciusko" mean to Jody?
Additional Resources: