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CAPTION: State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) (third from left) joins Greencastle Mayor Lynda Dunbar (fourth from left) and members of the Mayor's Youth Council on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis. Baird discussed his role as a State Representative and explained the similarities between state government and what they do at the local level of government. Click here to learn more about the Mayor's Youth Council.

CAPTION: State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) (right) joins Pastor Mark Wingler (left) of Cloverdale Christian Church in the House Chamber on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis. Wingler served as the Minister of the Day for the opening invocation.

BACKGROUND: Every day the Indiana House of Representatives is in session, legislative business opens with an invocation to solemnize proceedings and seek guidance. Representatives invite local clergy to deliver the invocation and serve as the Minister of the Day. Local pastors, rabbis, reverends and clergy members in House District 44 interested in serving as the Minister of the Day should contact Baird's House office at in.gov/h44 or 317-232-9627.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 22, 2026) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently authored legislation to add protections for Indiana racetracks when it comes to nuisance actions or noise complaints.

Note to Press: State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) issued the following statement after the U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested illegal aliens in Putnam County for smuggling more than 300 pounds of cocaine in a semi-truck.

"This operation is a critical reminder of the ongoing efforts to keep our communities safe from drug trafficking by criminal illegal aliens. The seizure of more than 300 pounds of cocaine demonstrates the hard work and dedication of Putnam County law enforcement, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. I will continue to support law enforcement's efforts to protect our district and hold criminal illegal aliens accountable." – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle)

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 7, 2026) – Montgomery County lawmakers said Hoosier students who are interested in learning more about state government are invited to participate in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2026 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 6, 2026) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) said Hoosier students who are interested in learning more about state government are invited to participate in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2026 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 16, 2025) – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security recently launched its Worst of the Worst website where residents can search for criminal illegal aliens removed from their areas, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 15, 2025) – Cloverdale recently received $136,703 in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 3, 2025) – Indiana high school seniors and college students planning to pursue a career in teaching can now apply for a Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 3, 2025) – Indiana high school seniors and college students planning to pursue a career in teaching can now apply for a Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to Montgomery County lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 5, 2025) – The State Fair Advisory Committee recently met at the Statehouse to hear updates from the State Fair Commission and highlight the success of the 2025 State Fair earlier this year, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle), chair of the committee.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 31, 2025) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently welcomed U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins to the Hoosier state, her first visit to Indiana since she was confirmed to lead the USDA earlier this year.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 16, 2025) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) joined Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita, Gov. Mike Braun, and national security experts Tom Homan and Chad Wolf at Tuesday's Fairness for Hoosiers: The Need for State Action on Immigration briefing at the Statehouse.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 10, 2025) – Indiana House Republicans are seeking student interns for the 2026 legislative session, according to Montgomery County legislators.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 25, 2025) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently joined Gov. Mike Braun, Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith, Indiana State Department of Agriculture Director Don Lamb and other stakeholders for a letter of intent signing with Taiwan officials at the Statehouse in support of Hoosier farmers and agriculture.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 23, 2025) – Indiana House Republicans are seeking student interns for the 2026 legislative session, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 17, 2025) – Montgomery County schools recently received more than $135,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by area lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 16, 2025) – Putnam County schools received more than $271,500 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

INDIANAPOLIS – State Reps. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) and Victoria Garcia Wilburn (D-Fishers), co-chairs of the Indiana Future Caucus, shared their united condemnation of the murder of activist and commentator Charlie Kirk on a college campus in Utah yesterday. The Indiana Future Caucus brings together bipartisan lawmakers 45 years of age and under.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 2, 2025) – Montgomery County lawmakers are commending a historic increase in third grade literacy rates for Hoosier students following results from the 2024-2025 Indiana Reading Evaluation and Determination (IREAD) assessment.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 27, 2025) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently attended the White House State Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C. The conference was an opportunity for Indiana's elected officials and White House officials to foster collaboration and discuss the top issues affecting Hoosiers.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 26, 2025) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) is commending a historic increase in third grade literacy rates for Hoosier students following results from the 2024-2025 Indiana Reading Evaluation and Determination (IREAD) assessment.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 14, 2025) – With the 2025 legislative session concluding in April, local lawmakers are highlighting some of the new state laws taking effect this summer.

Montgomery County farms were recently honored by the state with Hoosier Homestead awards, according to local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 14, 2025) – The Dobson Farm, in operation since 1822, received Hoosier Homestead centennial, sesquicentennial and bicentennial awards, and the Keller Farm, in operation since 1924, received the centennial award, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray (R-Martinsville).

STATEHOUSE (July 30, 2025) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently joined U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin in Indianapolis for an announcement on U.S. energy policy and deregulation, which could save Americans $54 billion annually.

STATEHOUSE (July 25, 2025) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle), chair of the Indiana House Environmental Affairs Committee, is extending an invitation to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Secretary Lee Zeldin to visit Indiana for a roundtable discussion on environmental issues and to tour key conservation sites.

STATEHOUSE (July 22, 2025) – With the 2025 legislative session concluding in April, State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) is highlighting some of the new state laws taking effect this summer.

STATEHOUSE (July 15, 2025) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently received appointments to serve as vice chair of the Interim Study Committee on Environmental Affairs, chair of the State Fair Advisory Committee and as a member of the Interim Study Committee on Agriculture and Natural Resources and the Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact Commission.

STATEHOUSE (July 8, 2025) – Local student Kayla Sankey of North Montgomery High School is among this year's recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

STATEHOUSE (July 8, 2025) – Local students preparing to become teachers are among this year's recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

STATEHOUSE (June 4, 2025) – Gov. Mike Braun recently ceremonially signed into law legislation sponsored by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) to protect farmers through the Indiana Grain Indemnity Fund and strengthen oversight of the grain industry.

Baird, a member of the House Agriculture and Rural Development Committee, said Senate Enrolled Act 461 updates and clarifies Indiana's grain buyer and warehouse licensing laws. It outlines how licenses must be obtained, renewed or relinquished and requires licensees to submit specific financial documents.

STATEHOUSE (May 29, 2025) – Gov. Mike Braun recently ceremonially signed into law legislation authored by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) to expand equine dental care access and address the veterinarian shortage in Indiana.

Baird, a member of the House Agriculture and Rural Development Committee, said House Enrolled Act 1490  will allow the Indiana Horse Racing Commission to license qualified individuals to perform teeth floating at licensed racetracks in the state. Horse racing had an economic impact of nearly $2 billion in Indiana in 2021.

CAPTION: State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) (far left) speaks at the Memorial Day service and formal dedication of Veterans Memorial Park on Monday, May 26, 2025, in Crawfordsville. Joining Baird at the ceremony were Mayor Todd Barton (second from right), Trey Barton, community liaison for U.S. Rep. Jim Baird (far right), members of American Legion Byron Cox Post 72, local leaders and community members.

"Memorial Day is a sacred time of remembrance, a day to pause not in celebration but in solemn recognition of those who made the ultimate sacrifice," Baird said. "As your state representative for House District 44, I have had the chance to hear the stories of our local heroes, some who returned home and some who did not. From rural farms to city streets, Putnam County to Montgomery County, this district has always stepped up when the country needed it."

STATEHOUSE (May 21, 2025) – Gov. Mike Braun recently ceremonially signed into law legislation authored by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) to provide FFA and 4-H students with excused school absences.

STATEHOUSE (May 12, 2025) – The 2025 legislative session ended with passage of the state's next two-year budget as well as tax relief and other key priorities for Hoosiers, according to Montgomery County lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (May 5, 2025) – The 2025 legislative session ended with passage of the state's next two-year budget as well as tax relief and other key priorities for Hoosiers, said State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

STATEHOUSE (April 23, 2025) – Legislation authored by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) to encourage more medical professionals to practice in rural, underserved communities recently passed the Indiana General Assembly and now goes to the governor for consideration as a new law.

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2025) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) supported Senate Enrolled Act 1, advancing a robust package of property tax relief for Hoosier homeowners and long-term reforms. SEA 1 has now been signed into law.

STATEHOUSE (April 3, 2025) – Putnam County native Sydney Anderson is gaining experience as an intern with State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) and his fellow members of the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2025 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (April 1, 2025) – Legislation authored by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) to provide students participating in FFA and 4-H events with excused absences from school recently passed the Indiana Senate and now goes to the governor for consideration as a new law.

STATEHOUSE (March 17, 2025) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently supported a resolution urging the Indiana Department of Transportation to rename the bridge over Big Walnut Creek on U.S. Highway 231 after former sheriff, Capt. James Baugh of Putnam County, who tragically died in the line of duty.

STATEHOUSE (March 14, 2025) – House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) recently appointed State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) as chair of the Indiana State Fair Commission Advisory Committee.

STATEHOUSE (March 7, 2025) – Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program awarded local communities over $2.4 million in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to Montgomery County legislators.

STATEHOUSE (March 6, 2025) – Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program awarded Putnam County $1,457,989 in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 14, 2025) – The Indiana House of Representatives supported a bill authored by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) to help combat the shortage of medical professionals, especially in rural and underserved communities.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2025) – The Indiana House of Representatives supported a bill authored by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) to provide students in FFA and 4-H with excused absences to attend certain events offered by the organization during the school year.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 29, 2025) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently introduced House Bill 1556, which would provide veterans with free admission to state parks in Indiana.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 13, 2025) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently presented a Sagamore of the Wabash to World War II and Korean War veteran John Hall of Crawfordsville.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 8, 2025) – House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) today announced that State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) will serve as chair of the House Environmental Affairs Committee, replacing State Rep. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) who is stepping down to serve as the next director of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources at the request of Gov.-elect Mike Braun.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 7, 2025) – Applications are live for the Indiana House Page Program during the 2025 legislative session at the Statehouse in Indianapolis, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 20, 2024) – With the next legislative session quickly approaching, State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages Hoosiers to take his online survey and offer feedback on important issues.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 13, 2024) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently received appointments to serve as a member of three key House committees.

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 7, 2024) – Local communities will soon be on the move with more road and bridge projects with the help of recently released state funding, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 7, 2024) – State Reps. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) and Jeff Thompson (R-Lizton) said local communities will soon be on the move with more road and bridge projects with the help of recently released state funding.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 29, 2024) – The Oct. 31 deadline to apply for an Indiana House Republican internship during the 2025 legislative session is fast approaching, according to area lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 28, 2024) – Nominations are now being accepted for the state's first-ever award recognizing Hoosier first responders who are killed or seriously injured in an act of public service, thanks to legislation supported by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 15, 2024) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently presented a Sagamore of the Wabash to local retired astronaut Joseph P. Allen, Ph. D., of Crawfordsville.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 8, 2024) – The Oct. 31 deadline to apply for an Indiana House Republican internship during the 2025 legislative session is fast approaching, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Area legislators encourage Hoosiers to take advantage of a new state website to compare health care prices and quality.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 20, 2024) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages Hoosiers to take advantage of a new state website to compare health care prices and quality.

Montgomery County schools recently received more than $112,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by area lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 9, 2024) – Putnam County schools received more than $272,300 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle). 

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 23, 2024) – Applications to intern with Indiana House Republicans for the 2025 legislative session are now open, according to area lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 22, 2024) – Applications to intern with Indiana House Republicans for the 2025 legislative session are now open, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

The Bridges-Royer Farm in Putnam County recently received a Hoosier Homestead Bicentennial Award for being in operation since 1823, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) and State Sen. John B. Crane (R-Avon).

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 16, 2024) – The Cowan Farm in Montgomery County recently received a Hoosier Homestead Sesquicentennial Award for being in operation since 1834, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) and State Sen. Brian Buchanan (R-Lebanon).

Montgomery County lawmakers encourage families with students who have disabilities to apply for Indiana's Education Scholarship Account before the Sept. 1 deadline.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 2, 2024) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages families with students who have disabilities to apply for Indiana's Education Scholarship Account before the Sept. 1 deadline.

Montgomery County legislators recently received appointments to serve on interim study committees, which will meet throughout the summer and fall to explore policy issues and work together to identify solutions.

STATEHOUSE (July 5, 2024) – As summer kicks off in Indiana, local lawmakers want Hoosiers to know about a wide range of new state laws that took effect this week.

STATEHOUSE (June 26, 2024) – As summer kicks off in Indiana, so do a wide range of new state laws starting July 1, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials to apply for a Career Scholarship Account.

Montgomery County lawmakers encourage high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials to apply for a Career Scholarship Account.

A new public notification similar to Indiana's Amber Alert will soon help first responders locate missing and at-risk veterans thanks to efforts supported by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

A new public notification similar to Indiana's Amber Alert will soon help first responders locate missing and at-risk veterans thanks to efforts supported by Montgomery County lawmakers.

Putnam County and Bainbridge can roll forward with road and bridge projects thanks to a recent boost in state funding supported by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Montgomery County and local communities can roll forward with road and bridge projects thanks to a recent boost in state funding supported by local legislators.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) (far left) joins Montgomery County United Marching Band and Guard directors after presenting them with Senate Concurrent Resolution 26, which he sponsored, to recognize their achievements during the organization's callout meeting Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at Crawfordsville High School.

State Reps. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) and Maureen Bauer (D-South Bend) are teaming up to lead the Future Caucus, which is made up of legislators focused on bipartisanship and finding policy solutions for issues affecting Indiana's youth.

With Indiana's lawmakers set to return to the Statehouse on Jan. 8 for the start of the 2024 legislative session, State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) released an online survey to gather constituents' feedback on important issues.

With Indiana's lawmakers set to return to the Statehouse on Jan. 8 for the start of the 2024 legislative session, Montgomery County legislators released online surveys to gather constituents' feedback on important issues.

In meeting with local family case managers from the Indiana Department of Child Services and watching Family Recovery Court proceedings, State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) is emphasizing their work to address child neglect, and the need for community volunteers.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle), co-chair of Indiana's Drainage Task Force, said he plans to craft legislation during the 2024 legislative session to help property owners who are being negatively impacted by Indiana's overly strict and complex drainage laws, and how the state and locals handle floodplain matters.

More than $281,000 in state funding is in route to Bainbridge to help make local infrastructure improvements, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 18, 2023) – Several Putnam County schools received more than $368,000 through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle). 

With the last two Drainage Task Force meetings scheduled for later this month, State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages Hoosier farmers to provide their input on how lawmakers can improve Indiana's agricultural drainage laws.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages Hoosier voters to register or check their voting status by the Oct. 10 deadline.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages local high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials outside the classroom to apply for the state's newly launched Career Scholarship Account program.

Local lawmakers encourage high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials outside the classroom to apply for the state's newly launched Career Scholarship Account program.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) is seeking interns to join him at the Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session.

Local lawmakers are seeking interns to join them at the Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session.

Montgomery County farms owned and operated by the same family for at least 100 years were recently honored with Hoosier Homestead awards, according to State Reps. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) and Jeff Thompson (R-Lizton), and State Sen. Brian Buchanan (R-Lebanon).

Putnam County farms owned and operated by the same family for at least 100 years were recently honored with Hoosier Homestead awards, according to area legislators.

New state laws supporting Hoosiers and backed by local lawmakers during the 2023 legislative session are now in effect.

New state laws supporting Hoosiers and backed by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) during the 2023 legislative session are now in effect.

Hoosier military members are set to receive much-needed tax relief thanks to a new law supported by local lawmakers.

Hoosier military members are set to receive much-needed tax relief thanks to a new law co-authored by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Property owners will have more options on floodplain mapping data to use when applying for building permits thanks to a new law sponsored by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Gov. Eric Holcomb on Monday ceremonially signed into law legislation authored by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) to cut burdensome red tape for Hoosier loggers when it comes to certain forestry operations.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) (back row, center) visits with fifth-graders from Mollie B. Hoover Elementary School on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, in the House Chamber at the Statehouse in Indianapolis. Baird talked about his role as a state representative and answered questions about Indiana's legislative process. The students also toured the Statehouse and learned about its history.

State Rep. Beau Baird's (R-Greencastle) bill to cut burdensome red tape for Hoosier loggers when it comes to certain forestry operations is now law.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently welcomed local students to the Statehouse where they participated in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2023 legislative session.

Southmont High School graduate Nick McManus is gaining experience as an intern with State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) and his fellow members of the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2023 legislative session.

The Indiana House of Representatives recently advanced legislation supported by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) that would expand work-based learning opportunities in high schools around the state.

The Indiana House of Representatives recently advanced legislation supported by Montgomery County legislators that would expand work-based learning opportunities in high schools around the state.

The Indiana House of Representatives recently advanced legislation co-authored by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) that would phase-in a complete state income-tax exemption for military pay earned by active duty members.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) invites constituents to complete his issue survey online ahead of the 2023 legislative session, which will begin Jan. 9 at the Indiana Statehouse.

Area lawmakers recently received appointments to serve on key House standing committees at the Statehouse.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently received appointments to serve as a member of two key House committees.

Over $1.1 million is headed to Putnam County communities to accelerate road and bridge improvements, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Over $1.6 million is headed to Montgomery County communities to accelerate road and bridge improvements, according to area legislators.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) is seeking feedback from Hoosier farmers about how Indiana's agricultural drainage laws could be improved.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages college students and recent graduates to apply for a paid Statehouse internship before the Oct. 31 deadline.

Local lawmakers encourage college students and recent graduates to apply for a paid Statehouse internship before the Oct. 31 deadline.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) said four schools in Putnam County recently received more than $237,000 through the state's Secured Schools Safety Grant Program.

State Reps. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) invite local college students and recent graduates of all majors to apply for a paid internship with Indiana House Republicans.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) invites local college students and recent graduates of all majors to apply for a paid internship with Indiana House Republicans.

Longstanding Morgan County farms recently received Hoosier Homestead awards for being in operation for 100 years or more, according to local lawmakers.

The North Central Parke Community School Corp. and their local community partners recently received Explore, Engage and Experience (3E) grants to establish or expand work-based learning opportunities for K-12 students, according to State Reps. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages families of students with disabilities to apply for Indiana's new Education Scholarship Account Program to expand academic opportunities for their children.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) said the Putnam County Health Department recently received a funding boost through a new state grant program aimed at tackling public health challenges.

“Hoosiers are rightfully upset about the failed federal Democrat policies causing costs of essential items like fuel and groceries to skyrocket. I support the need for a special session to provide more taxpayer relief through another automatic taxpayer refund."

“Hoosiers are rightfully upset about the failed federal Democrat policies causing costs of essential items like fuel and groceries to skyrocket. I support the need for a special session to provide more taxpayer relief through another automatic taxpayer refund," said State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle), a member of the House Ways and Means Committee.

“This is the most effective action we can take for Hoosiers feeling the sting of inflation caused by the Biden Administration and D.C. Democrats. Inflation is at record highs in Indiana and across our nation, and issuing taxpayer refunds would help offset some of that burden for Hoosiers," said State Rep. John Young (R-Franklin).

Please include the following statements from Morgan County legislators in your coverage of Indiana lawmakers on Tuesday voting to override the governor's veto of House Enrolled Act 1041, which protects the integrity of girls' sports. House Enrolled Act 1041 ensures biological males do not compete in K-12 girls' sports. The vote came as part of a one-day technical corrections session, where lawmakers can take up any vetoes and fix technical errors in laws passed during the prior session. Indiana will join at least 16 other states that have similar laws on the books protecting female sports.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) today joined the majority of Indiana's lawmakers in successfully overriding the governor's veto of legislation protecting the integrity of girls' sports.

North Putnam High School's Alexander McHargue, who is preparing to become a teacher, is among this year's recipients of the state's Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

National Nurses Week is May 6-12, and State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) supports a new law to help Indiana's health care heroes and alleviate the nursing shortage.

National Nurses Week is May 6-12, and State Reps. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) support a new law to help Indiana's health care heroes and alleviate the nursing shortage.

Fast and reliable internet is coming to more homes and businesses in Clay County thanks to over $4.2 million in state broadband grants, according to local lawmakers.

Fast and reliable internet is coming to more homes and businesses in Morgan County thanks to over $1.4 million in state broadband grants, according to local lawmakers.

Local communities will receive more than $1.4 million in state matching grants for road and bridge improvement projects, according to Morgan County lawmakers.

Owen County will receive more than $111,000 in state matching grants for road and bridge improvement projects, according to State Reps. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) and Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute).

Putnam County and Fillmore will receive a combined total of more than $1.2 million in state matching grants for road and bridge improvement projects, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Local communities will receive more than $919,000 in state matching grants for road and bridge improvement projects, according to State Reps. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Local communities will receive more than $1.4 million in state matching grants for road and bridge improvement projects, according to Clay County lawmakers.

A letter recently sent to the governor includes the name of State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle), who is urging him to call a special session if the U.S. Supreme Court completely or partially overturns Roe v. Wade.

A letter recently sent to the governor includes the names of Parke County lawmakers who are urging him to call a special session if the U.S. Supreme Court completely or partially overturns Roe v. Wade.

A letter recently sent to the governor includes the names of Morgan County lawmakers who are urging him to call a special session if the U.S. Supreme Court completely or partially overturns Roe v. Wade.

Area legislators today announced the latest recipients of the Hoosier Homestead Award, which recognizes farms that have been owned and maintained by the same family for 100 years or more.

Area legislators today announced the latest recipients of the Hoosier Homestead Award, which recognizes farms that have been owned and maintained by the same family for 100 years or more.

A $1 billion tax-relief package supported by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) is now law.

A $1 billion tax-relief package supported by State Reps. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) is now law.

State Reps. Peggy Mayfield (R-Martinsville) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently welcomed local students to the Statehouse where they participated in the Indiana House Page Program.

Morgan County lawmakers recently voted in support of passing the largest tax cut in the state's history, sending the $1 billion tax-relief package to the governor where it could soon become law.

State Reps. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) are looking forward to local communities tackling health challenges like diabetes and obesity through a new state grant they helped create.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) said he is looking forward to local communities tackling health challenges like diabetes and obesity through a new state grant he helped create.

Morgan County legislators are looking forward to local communities tackling health challenges like diabetes and obesity through a new state grant.

In the first half of the 2022 legislative session, area lawmakers voted to advance several key priorities, including a sweeping tax-cut package to help hardworking Hoosiers and businesses.

In the first half of the 2022 legislative session, State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) voted to advance several key priorities, including a sweeping tax-cut package to help hardworking Hoosiers and businesses.

In the first half of the 2022 legislative session, area lawmakers voted to advance several key priorities, including a sweeping tax-cut package to help hardworking Hoosiers and businesses.

Indiana House Republicans recently advanced a responsible and sweeping tax cut package that could put over $1.3 billion back in Hoosiers' pockets, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle), who supported House Bill 1002.

Indiana House Republicans recently advanced a responsible and sweeping tax cut package that could put over $1.3 billion back in Hoosiers' pockets, according to State Reps. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle), supporters of House Bill 1002.

The Indiana House of Representatives voted this week in support of legislation co-authored by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) to help address jail overcrowding and boost local resources to fight crime.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) invites constituents to complete the 2022 issue survey to provide feedback ahead of the legislative session starting Jan. 4.

"Our economy is roaring after shaking off the effects of the pandemic, and now is the time to really put our foot on the gas and help our communities grow. As a member of the House Ways and Means Committee that crafts the state's biennial budget, I supported the funding for the READI program, and I'm impressed by the number of communities that have come together to invest in our state. The depth of teamwork in these proposals demonstrates that Indiana is preparing for the jobs of tomorrow and the quality of life needed to continue growing."

"This is a great example of how public-private partnerships can give communities a huge economic development boost. When crafting the latest state budget, we made sure funding was available for the READI program to help launch projects that will propel Indiana forward. Judging by all of the grant proposals, this initiative will maintain our momentum for years to come," said State Rep. Peggy Mayfield (R-Martinsville).

"Our economy is roaring after shaking off the effects of the pandemic, and now is the time to really put our foot on the gas and help our communities grow. As a member of the House Ways and Means Committee that crafts the state's biennial budget, I supported the funding for the READI program, and I'm impressed by the number of communities that have come together to invest in our state. The depth of teamwork in these proposals demonstrates that Indiana is preparing for the jobs of tomorrow and the quality of life needed to continue growing," said State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

"Our communities are in a strong position to invest in resources and programs that will attract the best and the brightest to our state. By partnering with surrounding counties, we can stretch our dollars further, and take key steps to develop our region as a hub for Hoosier employees and employers to plant their roots and make Indiana their home," said State Rep. John Young (R-Franklin).

State Reps. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourage local students planning to pursue a career in education to apply for the state's teaching scholarship by Jan. 31.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) announced he co-authored legislation to help end the statewide public health emergency and protect Hoosier workers.

Students in grades 8-12 can now access free tutoring programs through a new state partnership with schoolhouse.world, according to Morgan County legislators.

Harmony will receive $73,619 in a state matching grant to steer toward much-needed road improvement projects, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Students in grades 8-12 can now access free tutoring programs through a new state partnership with schoolhouse.world, according to State Reps. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Students in grades 8-12 can now access free tutoring programs through a new state partnership with schoolhouse.world, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Morgan County legislators encourage local college students and recent graduates to apply online for internships at the Indiana Statehouse before the Oct. 31 deadline.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages local college students and recent graduates to apply online for internships at the Indiana Statehouse before the Oct. 31 deadline.

State Reps. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourage local college students and recent graduates to apply online for internships at the Indiana Statehouse before the Oct. 31 deadline.

State Reps. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) and Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) urge Hoosiers to join the thousands who are already taking advantage of Indiana's Next Level Jobs certificate program to skill up at no cost and obtain a higher-paying job.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) urges Hoosiers to join the thousands who are already taking advantage of Indiana's Next Level Jobs certificate program to skill up at no cost and obtain a higher-paying job.

Morgan County legislators urge Hoosiers to join the thousands who are already taking advantage of Indiana's Next Level Jobs certificate program to skill up at no cost and obtain a higher-paying job.

Whether studying economics, telecommunications or history, local college students and recent graduates can gain valuable hands-on work experience by interning with Indiana House Republicans at the Statehouse in Indianapolis, according to State Reps. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Whether studying economics, telecommunications or history, State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) said local college students and recent graduates can gain valuable hands-on work experience by interning with Indiana House Republicans at the Statehouse in Indianapolis.

Whether studying economics, telecommunications or history, Morgan County legislators said local college students and recent graduates can gain valuable hands-on work experience by interning with Indiana House Republicans at the Statehouse in Indianapolis.

The Jeffries Farm in Putnam County recently received a Hoosier Homestead Centennial Award for being in operation since 1885, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) and State Sen. John Crane (R-Avon).

Longstanding Morgan County farms recently received Hoosier Homestead awards for being in operation for 100 years or more, according to local lawmakers.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) invites constituents to weigh in on Indiana's redistricting process during upcoming public meetings.

Morgan County legislators invite constituents to weigh in on Indiana's redistricting process during upcoming public meetings.

"Hoosiers know that responsible budgeting requires prioritizing spending, paying off debt and planning for rainy days. Our state budget follows these same guidelines with the goal of keeping taxes low while encouraging growth. Using these guiding principles, our state has experienced unprecedented economic success. Additionally, our track record of fiscal responsibility will provide us with the flexibility we need to cut taxes moving forward. Our goal is not just to return the surplus to hard-working Hoosiers, but to help them keep those dollars in their pockets from the start," said State Rep. Peggy Mayfield (R-Martinsville).

"This is yet another example of what responsible fiscal stewardship has done for Hoosiers. Refunding hard-earned dollars to taxpayers is a testament to our commitment to ensuring our state government is small and lives within its means," said State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

"Unlike the federal government, Indiana is committed to fiscal responsibility. Just like Hoosier taxpayers, we work hard to keep a balanced budget that funds the necessities, while also preparing for potential rainy days. Our fiscal prudency ensured our economy could bounce back stronger than ever before. This taxpayer refund is a testament of our strong economy, and these funds should be returned to Hoosiers," said State Rep. John Young (R-Franklin).

"This is yet another example of what responsible fiscal stewardship has done for Hoosiers. Refunding hard-earned dollars to taxpayers is a testament to our commitment to ensuring our state government is small and lives within its means."

STATEHOUSE (July 9, 2021) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently received appointments to serve on the Interim Study Committee on Agriculture and Natural Resources and the Interim Study Committee on Environmental Affairs.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) said Hoosiers should be aware of several new state laws effective July 1, including the new state budget and those supporting law enforcement and K-12 education.

North Putnam High School students Reghan Christy and Darcie Cox are among this year's recipients of the state's Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Legislation supported by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) protecting Hoosiers' right to gather for religious worship services during future public emergencies is now law.

Indiana recently awarded more than $1.5 million in state matching grants to Clay County communities for road and bridge improvements, according to local legislators.

Indiana recently awarded more than $1.1 million in state matching grants to local communities for road and bridge improvements, according to State Reps. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Indiana recently awarded more than $1.4 million in state matching grants to local communities for road and bridge improvements, according to Morgan County legislators.

Legislation supported by Morgan County lawmakers to prioritize broadband access for students, schools and rural clinics could soon be law.

Legislation supported by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) to prioritize broadband access for students, schools and rural clinics could soon be law.

Gov. Eric Holcomb signed a bill into law sponsored by State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) to erect a Statehouse monument honoring Hoosier suffragettes.

The Indiana House of Representatives advanced legislation to allow lawful carry in Indiana, which would allow law-abiding Hoosier adults to carry a firearm without having to first obtain a government-issued license, according to Morgan County lawmakers.

The Indiana House of Representatives advanced legislation to allow lawful carry in Indiana, which would allow law-abiding Hoosier adults to carry a firearm without having to first obtain a government-issued license, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Longstanding Clay County farms recently received Hoosier Homestead awards for being in operation for 100 years or more, according to local lawmakers.

The Indiana House of Representatives advanced legislation to allow lawful carry in Indiana, which would allow law-abiding Hoosier adults to carry a firearm without having to first obtain a government-issued license, according to State Reps. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

The Indiana House of Representatives recently voted in support of legislation establishing a new public health grant program, according to Morgan County legislators.

The Indiana House of Representatives recently voted in support of legislation that would establish a new $50 million grant program targeting the state's most critical health challenges, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

The Indiana House of Representatives voted unanimously in support of legislation authored by State Rep. Beau Baird's (R-Greencastle) addressing surprise nonemergency ambulance bills.

The House Ways and Means Committee advanced legislation establishing the Hoosier Hospitality Small Business Restart Grant Program to support Indiana's jobs and economy, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) was recently appointed to three House standing committees including Ways and Means, where he will play a key role in enacting the state's next biennial budget.

Local communities recently received more than $405,000 in state matching grants for road and bridge improvements, according to Clay County lawmakers.  

Owen County recently received $94,151 in state matching grants for road and bridge improvements, according to State Reps. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Local communities recently received more than $2.2 million in state matching grants for road and bridge improvements, according to Morgan County lawmakers.

Local communities recently received more than $1.6 million in state matching grants for road and bridge improvements, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages North Putnam High School seniors and families to attend a workshop on Monday, Nov. 16 to learn more about financial aid options for students pursuing college.

State Reps. Peggy Mayfield (R-Martinsville) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourage seniors at Eminence, Martinsville and Monrovia high schools, along with their families, to attend upcoming workshops to learn more about financial aid options for students pursuing college.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) said time is running out for local students to apply for a paid internship with the Indiana House of Representatives in Indianapolis.

State Reps. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourage communities in Central Indiana to apply for the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program to help fund local road and bridge projects.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages communities in West Central Indiana to apply for the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program to help fund local road and bridge projects.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages local residents to register to vote or check their registration status before the Oct. 5 deadline using the state's online voter portal at IndianaVoters.com.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages local college students and recent graduates looking to gain valuable work experience to apply online for a paid internship with the Indiana House of Representatives at the Statehouse in Indianapolis.

State Reps. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) said Parke County recently received a $250,000 grant from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs to help small businesses.

Several projects in Parke and Vermillion counties expanding fast and reliable internet to unserved homes and businesses can now move forward thanks to over $1.1 million in state broadband grants, according to State Reps. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Area schools recently received $390,000 in grants to invest in remote learning equipment and internet connectivity, according to State Reps. Peggy Mayfield (R-Martinsville) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

As schools begin the new academic year, an opportunity to fulfill graduation requirements will be available to high school juniors and seniors to tutor younger students, according to Morgan County lawmakers.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages veterans and Indiana companies to connect through INvet's next-generation website.

Buzzi Unicem USA, a ready mix concrete supplier in Greencastle, recently received the Governor’s Century Business Award recognizing its longstanding service in the community, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

According to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle), 2020 census responses are critical to future federal funding in local communities, and Hoosiers should respond now if they have not already done so.

With many new laws effective this month, State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) said several important changes support Hoosier teachers, patients and farmers.

Local farmers and agricultural producers directly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic can apply for financial assistance through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Coronavirus Food Assistance Program, according to Morgan County lawmakers.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages Hoosiers who may be struggling to make ends meet and needing food assistance to turn to the state's recently launched Operation Food program for help.

Putnam County and local communities are eligible for $1.7 million to cover COVID-19-related expenses through the federal stimulus package, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Clay County and local communities are eligible for more than $1.2 million to cover COVID-19-related expenses through the federal stimulus package, according to local lawmakers.

Morgan County legislators urge Hoosiers to be vigilant in protecting themselves against scams, which are surging during the public health pandemic.

Local farmers and agricultural producers directly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic can apply for financial assistance through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Coronavirus Food Assistance Program, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Morgan County lawmakers encourage Hoosiers whose jobs were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to take advantage of tuition-free training grants offered through Indiana's Next Level Jobs program.

State Reps. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourage Hoosiers whose jobs were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to take advantage of tuition-free training grants offered through Indiana's Next Level Jobs program.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages Hoosiers whose jobs were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to take advantage of tuition-free training grants offered through Indiana's Next Level Jobs program.

State Reps. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourage Hoosiers whose jobs were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to take advantage of tuition-free training grants offered through Indiana's Next Level Jobs program.

Local small businesses and nonprofits can now utilize the state's new online marketplace to request personal protective equipment, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) urges Hoosiers to be vigilant in protecting themselves against scams, which are surging during the public health pandemic.

Morgan County recently received $250,000 in coronavirus relief to support rural businesses, according to local legislators.

Indiana's registered voters can now submit an online application to receive their mail-in absentee ballot, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Owen County recently received $243,750 in coronavirus relief to support rural Hoosiers, according to State Reps. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) and Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute).

A Cloverdale High School student pursuing a career in education recently received the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) said many helpful mental health resources are available to Hoosiers during the coronavirus pandemic.

With Indiana school buildings closed for the academic year, State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) said there are several online resources available to help students continue learning at home.

Wabash Valley lawmakers announced local communities were recently awarded over $5.5 million in state matching grants to bolster road and bridge improvements.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages Hoosier workers and small businesses impacted by the coronavirus pandemic to access recently expanded state and federal resources for help.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently welcomed local students to the Statehouse where they served as pages during the 2020 legislative session.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) (right) welcomes Hoosier artist Eileen Siefker (left) of Greencastle Wednesday, March 4, 2020, to the Indiana Statehouse for the 2020 Hoosier Women Artists exhibition.

State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) (right) welcomes FFA students from South Putnam Middle School/High School to the Statehouse Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020, in Indianapolis.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 19, 2020) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently welcomed local students to the Statehouse where they served as pages during the 2020 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2020) – State Reps. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) and Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) on Monday recognized North Central Parke Community School Corp. students who assisted their bus driver during a medical emergency.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 31, 2020) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) is asking fellow lawmakers to examine the benefits of Indiana joining a multistate compact to award prizes for curing diseases.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 13, 2020) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) encourages Hoosier students interested in state government to participate in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2020 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 19, 2019) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently met with all of the Putnam County school superintendents followed by visits to Putnam County schools to meet with students and educators ahead of the 2020 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 26, 2019) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) is seeking public input ahead of upcoming roundtable meetings with several state agencies to discuss issues and projects affecting Putnam County and surrounding communities.

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 1, 2019) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently joined Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch to present the Brilliant Firefly award to Jocelyn Nobbe, 9, for her active engagement and work in her community.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 11, 2019) – Putnam County communities were recently awarded over $300,000 in state matching grants to accelerate road and bridge improvements, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 16, 2019) – Applications are now open for the Indiana House Republican Internship Program during the 2020 legislative session, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle).

Area legislators recently announced the latest recipients of the Hoosier Homestead Award, which recognizes farms that have been owned and maintained by the same family for 100 years or more.

Area legislators recently announced the latest recipients of the Hoosier Homestead Award, which recognizes farms that have been owned and maintained by the same family for 100 years or more.