County 53: Noble

I’m always honored when asked to be the keynote speaker at an organization’s event. It allows me the opportunity to reflect on successes we’ve had and the chance to share stories of Hoosiers transforming our state.



This invitation was to the Albion Rotary, a club that has about 30 members. We met in their local library, which is a magnificent building by the way. As I walked into the room, I could feel the energy and hear the light hearted laughter of the members.



Lt. Governor Skillman delivers the keynote
address at the Albion Rotary



I felt right at home as we sang songs, prayed, and answered trivia questions for fines, which went to the local food pantry. After we finished our fellowship, we got down to business as I gave an update on the state’s economic progress Indiana’s economic health has always been our top priority. The best way we can help Hoosiers get ahead is to focus on making our state the number one choice for investors and new jobs. Recently, Governor Mitch was in Noble County to announce the expansion of Busche, a company that plans to create 120 new jobs and invest $17 million.

Noble County plays a key role in our state’s agricultural industry as it ranks sixth in the number of farms. The county is number one in sheep production, third in alfalfa hay, eighth in dairy cows, and ninth in chickens. As I travel the state, I’m always encouraging local economic development leaders to include agriculture in their strategic plans.

There is so much potential for growth in Indiana, and Rotarians understand that best. This is a group that is in our communities and around the world. Just last month, the Rotary throughout the state provided a boost to southern Indiana, an area recovering from devastating storms and tornadoes. The Rotary was not only fundraising, they were also on the ground providing assistance. They are proof that we can each make a difference, and that together we are able to accomplish great things.