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The Lebanon Rebrand - What it is, What it Isn't
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Did you know that there are more than 40 cities, towns, or counties named "Lebanon" across the country? How do you want our city's story to be told, by the people who know it best, or by those who think they know Lebanon, Indiana?
Our city is taking steps to tell its own story, and to lay out the groundwork for our city's image that will have a positive long-term effect on our community.
The Lebanon City Council has solicited marketing firms to help us tell our story. The selected agency will be working with you, as well as other members of the public, to aid in the effort.
The biggest misconception attached to this process is, "that's a lot to pay for just a logo." While a new logo is a portion of what will be delivered, the Lebanon, Indiana rebrand will be much more. There will also be an extensive public survey and data compiled and analyzed. Lebanon, Indiana will have a branding guide, so that all future signs and structures will complement each other.
Lebanon, Indiana is currently known as "The Friendly City," it has been for many years. You will be asked: "does this motto still fit our city?" If the answer is "yes," then we will work together to spread that message more effectively. If the answer is "no," then we will work together to hone in on Lebanon's identity.
I know that change can be difficult, but I look forward to taking the journey with you.
If you have any thoughts on the rebranding process,
email me.
Your Mayor,
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Mischief on Meridian - 2nd Year Larger Than the First
In its second year, Mischief on Meridian did not disappoint. More than 5,000 people descended on downtown Lebanon to enjoy: trunk-or-treating, live music, a kid's fun house, inflatable fun, and much more. Below are just a few of the pictures from the event. See more.
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Lebanon Police - Welcoming Six Graduates
Lebanon Police Chief Tyson Warmoth welcomed Boone County Reserve Academy graduates Ariana Ware, Briana Helam and Dalton Tibbs as department reserve officers.
Warmoth then recognized Aaron Carlson, Clark Lecher and Frank Noland as full-time officers as the trio graduated Thursday night from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.
To learn more about the ceremony, including comments from the new graduates, and a new tradition within LPD, click
here.
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Lebanon Fire Department - Fire Prevention Month
The Lebanon Fire Department was out in full force, educating the public during the month of October, which was Fire Prevention Month.
LFD c
rews were out and about, at
different schools, day cares, and churches. Members of Lebanon Fire were educating the children on fire safety, exit drills, smoke alarms and their gear.
Students received a tour of some of the trucks, and were given coloring books, and helmets.
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Emergency Responders - Giving Back at Downtown Event
Once again, the area's emergency responders stepped up, and gave back to support the community during the Mischief on Meridian Halloween Celebration. Many thanks to: Lebanon Police, Lebanon Fire, the Boone County EMS, and the Boone County Sheriff's Office for giving back thru a community-building cause.
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Parks & Recreation - Christmas is Just Around the Corner
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The Parks Department wants to make the public aware of an upcoming public hearing regarding the Parks Department Parks Master Plan. The date of the public hearing has not been set yet, but please "stay tuned" for the announcement, as the Parks Department looks to plan for its future growth and sustainability.
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Planning & Zoning - New Look Sidewalks
Have you seen the new sidewalk curb ramps being installed around town? Have you asked
yourself: what are those pads with the raised bumps? Well, they are known as tactile detectable warnings that provide a distinctive surface pattern of truncated domes.
These detectable warnings are a requirement from the
2010 ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Guidelines and their purpose is
to alert the visually impaired of approaching streets and hazardous surface or grade changes.
The new ramps also provide a smooth transition to eliminate tripping hazards and provide accessibility for wheel chairs.
A combination of funding by the Street Department and Planning Administration has been used to install the new ramps. In the past 2 years almost 200 curb ramps have been installed around the community. It's a good start but there is still a long way to go.
More on Planning & Zoning
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LHS Work-Based Learning Program Off and Running
Lebanon High School students enrolled in the Work-Based Learning program are officially at work! This new program allows seniors to receive credit while completing an unpaid internship.
29 students are enrolled in the program and placed in 24 Boone County organizations.
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Click the image to see LSCS student Tyler Mohr's on the job training with the Lebanon Fire Department.
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Lebanon Street Department - Leaf Pick up, Street Improvement
The Lebanon Street Department started Leaf Collection on October 24, 2016. All residents will need to have their leaves raked to the curb. Leaf Machines will not be able to pick up any limbs or other debris with the leaves. Please do not put your leaves near any utility poles, vehicles or any other object that will block their ability to get to the pile of leaves.
The leaf machines will pick up your leaves on the day of your trash pickup. We will not be able to pick up any leaves if it rains. We will not be able to pick up any limbs during leaf season and all limbs can be taken to GreenCycle for free.
We have been working on the Community Crossing Grant. We have completed 6 of the 8
streets at this time, including this stretch(picture to the right) of North Grant Street, in between
Lebanon High School, and Lebanon Middle School.
Finally, thank you Lebanon! The Lebanon Street Department has completed the Fall Clean up with Ray's Trash Service. We had more than 250 vehicles unload their trash at the Street Department!
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What a way to start the season! It's the first annual Snowflake Princess Contest. The
event, sponsored by the Kappa Delta Phi Sorority. Applications are available on November 1st! Email Suzi Boyett for more information: suziandernie@msn.com
If you are a veteran, or if you are currently serving in the United States military, please make plans to be honored at Lebanon High School on Friday, November 11th. Refreshments will follow a Veteran's Day presentation, fitting for the men and women who made the choice to serve their country.
When:
Friday, November 11th
Where: 510 Essex Drive
What Time: Begins at 10:25am
Cost: Free
Operation Freedom Cares - Chili Cook-Off
How about some terrific chili, for a terrific cause? Freedom Church is hosting its 6th annual Chili Cook-Off. Proceeds for the event goes to help out deployed troops. Make plans to attend!
When:
Saturday, November 12th
Where: Freedom Church, 2061 Indianapolis Ave.
What Time: 5pm-8pm
Cost: All-you-can
-eat chili = $7
Children ages 2 to 10 = $3
Proceeds go to Operation Freedom Cares to send care packages to deployed troops.
Presbyterian Preschool Ministry Holiday Market
Get a jump-start on your holiday shopping, enjoy a chicken and noodle dinner, and help bring playground equipment to downtown Lebanon. It's time for the Presbyterian Preschool Ministry's Annual Holiday Market. Support local vendors and authors, while taking part in a silent auction and raffle. See you there!
When:
Saturday, November 12th
Where: 128 East Main Street
What Time: 10am-4pm
Cost: Yes
Lebanon Rock Church Community Thanksgiving Dinner
It's a true way to serve Boone County. It's the 32nd annual Thanksgiving Dinner at Lebanon Rock Church. All are welcome at this free meal. Come celebrate the season of giving.
When: Thurs
day, November 24th
Where: 504 East Elm Street
What Time: 11am - 2pm
Cost: Free
Small Business Saturday
A national movement gets a local feel on the Saturday following Thanksgiving. Small
Business Saturday is an initiative to entice more people to shop locally. Make plans to support local, and shop small this holiday season. Join the Boone County Economic Development Corporation as they spearhead the effort to boost small businesses countywide!
When:
Saturday, November 26th
Where: Downtown Lebanon
What Time: All Day
Cost: Yes, Shop Local!
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A blog by Lebanon Senior Riley Bush
A Life of Ri Review:
Donaldson's Chocolates
Chocolate. God's greatest gift to the universe. A treat loved by billions and known by all. I am no different from those billions that so love the sweet and rich dessert. I am a chocolate lover. And I am proud.
Recently, I had the fortune of visiting a local business by the name of Donaldson's Chocolates where, not too surprisingly, they sell chocolates. Who would've guessed?! I found myself in the midst of the chocolaty heaven that is Donaldson's Chocolates just a week after their 50
th anniversary. And you know, my favorite type of anniversaries are the ones that give away free stuff to their guests, and that's what I got, a free chocolate medallion that said "Donaldson's 50
th Anniversary" (or something similar, I was too busy eating it). I was going to include a picture of the medallion, but I got too excited and ate it instead. It was amazing though.
Just to sample some of the tastes of Donaldson's, I got a quarter pound bag of chocolate and a variety pack of truffles. In my quarter pound box, I got a chocolate covered cherry, an orange peel, a salted caramel, an orange crème, and a few other things.
To start with, the truffles were amazing. The box came with about eight or so truffles of a variety of different flavors. My favorite would probably have to have been the dark chocolate truffle, but some of the more interesting ones such as marshmallow or double chocolate were also wonderful. The truffles were a little pricey, but the best things in life are seldom cheap. I believe my pack of truffles were around 12 dollars, so, like I said, a little pricey.
As for the box of chocolates, I shared that with my friends and family, and they all seemed to love it, as did I. The chocolate covered cherries were definitely the highlight of the box, but the orange peels were also pretty good, too. I got the orange crème because, at least in my experience, they don't taste that well. I wanted to see how Donaldson's version of, in my opinion, a lower-scale chocolate would taste. Donaldson's delivered. The orange crème rivaled the orange peels, which are one my favorites.
In a nutshell, I would say Donaldson's Chocolates is an awesome chocolate shop. The chocolates there are amazing.
On the Riley-o-meter, I would give it a seven out of 10. I promise you won't be disappointed!
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Ri
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..."And I More Thing"
Lebanon Football Honors Vets, Beats Western Boone on Homecoming
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Click on the Image to See the Videos
It was a goosebump creating scene at Lebanon High School, as a Black Hawk helicopter delivered the game ball for the Lebanon Western Boone match-up. The game also marked homecoming for the hometown Tigers, and it was a night to honor veterans and service men and women of every branch of service. Click on the image to see the festivities for yourself.
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