ONE DEARBORN NEWS

🎨 Southeast Indiana Arts & Culture Plan Launch – December 16
Over the past six months, SEI READI has partnered with arts and culture consultants to evaluate regional assets and identify new opportunities across Dearborn, Ripley, Franklin, Union, Ohio, and Switzerland counties. This work, funded through a statewide $100,000 grant, is the foundation for any project seeking support from the Lilly Endowment’s $65 million arts and culture READI allocation.

Share your thoughts! Southeast Indiana Arts & Culture Plan
SEI READI is welcoming everyone to contribute to Southeast Indiana’s new regional plan to elevate arts and culture in our placemaking, local economies, and quality of life. A public survey is open through Wednesday, October 29, 2025.

Town of Dillsboro Seeks Redevelopment Proposals for 12916 North Street
The Town of Dillsboro is inviting qualified developers, entrepreneurs, and community partners to submit proposals for the redevelopment of 12916 North Street, a historic circa-1890 property located in the heart of downtown.
This request for proposals (RFP) is part of the Town’s broader effort to revitalize North Street in conjunction with a $1.5 million streetscape project and the transformation of a nearby greenspace into a performing arts and public market hub.

Developer proposals sought for 3.2 acre healthcare site in Lawrenceburg, IN
The Dearborn County Redevelopment Commission is welcoming developers and purchasers to submit offers for a 3.2 acre greenfield site in the City of Lawrenceburg. The proposal submission deadline is Friday, October 10 at 4:30 p.m.

Whitewater Processing breaks ground on $28.5M turkey processing facility in West Harrison
Dearborn County is welcoming a new food manufacturer and 130 jobs in the I-74 West Harrison Business Park. The project is the result of many partnerships across the county and state.

Infill housing development opportunity in downtown Lawrenceburg
Developer proposals are due to Lohmiller Real Estate by October 1, 2025.

Town of Moores Hill seeks developer to transform former school building into mixed-use community asset
The Town of Moores Hill Redevelopment Commission is officially accepting proposals from qualified developers to reimagine the former Moores Hill School property. Developer proposals are due October 3, 2025.

Dillsboro Sidewalk Project Public Input Workshop July 28th
Join us at the Civic Center on Monday, July 28th at 6:00 PM to discuss prioritizing the sidewalk improvements for the Stellar Pathways funds.

📈 Progress in Motion
We’re proud to share our 2024 Annual Report highlighting a year of big wins, strategic partnerships, and continued momentum across Dearborn County.

Home2 Suites by Hilton hotel begins construction in City of Greendale, Indiana
The 88-room hotel marks a $16.8 million investment in Dearborn County, Indiana supporting the region’s tourism economy.

🌟 Dearborn County’s Stellar Story 🌟Week 8: Highlighted Program – Lifetime Resources Community Health Worker Program
This week, we’re highlighting a critical community-focused initiative—the Lifetime Resources Community Health Worker Program.

Ohio River Way’s new National Water Trail designation; What it means for Dearborn County
The new designation from the U.S. Department of Interior will support outdoor recreation and tourism economies across three states.