More than 30 of Northwest Indiana’s local government leaders learned about healthy local food and about railroads Thursday, as Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission members heard from l…
Sarah Highlen of the Northwest Indiana Food Council rakes topsoil in July 2016. Representatives of the council met with NIRPC on Thursday, April 18, 2024. More than 30 of Northwest Indiana’s local government leaders learned about healthy local food and railroads Thursday, as Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission members heard from leaders of the Northwest Indiana Food Council and a Norfolk Southern representative.
It also has been working to get more locally-grown food into schools and now is supplying more than 75 Northwest Indiana schools, Massie said.And, Pleasant added, “We’re learning from food service directors that kids are really excited to come and eat” locally grown food. A former East Chicago and Gary resident, he has proposed turning vacant industrial buildings in the region into vegetable- and fruit-growing sites.The railroad discussion came about because Northwest Indiana cities and towns have had contentious relations with railroads for years.
He was accompanied by Derek Sublette, Norfolk Southern’s assistant vice president for government relations.“We don’t make money by standing still,” Miller said. “We want to keep moving.” He said the railroad favors the state’s Local Trax program to build bridges over busy railroad tracks.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Five new EV charging stations coming to NWI as part of statewide expansionThe Indiana Department of Transportation announced Thursday that 39 new electric vehicle charging stations will be installed on the state’s interstate highways, starting next year.
Read more »
City Council President Kenyatta Johnson discusses the new era for Philly City CouncilKenyatta Johnson talks about developing a new era for Philly City Council under his leadership, his relationship with Mayor Cherelle Parker and putting forth a positive vision for the city.
Read more »
PHOTOS: City Council members join Garifuna Heritage Month celebration at council chambers in City HallThe New Black View
Read more »
Seattle City Council to review 'catastrophic impacts' of food delivery fee ordinance'The regulatory response fee in Seattle helps offset the costs associated with this law. If those costs can be decreased, we will explore all options,' said Doordash
Read more »
NEISD student honored at city council meeting after winning Kids Baking Championship on Food NetworkFollow us here to get the latest top headlines with KENS 5 anchor Sarah Forgany every weekday!
Read more »
Dallas City Council eliminates registration requirement for food service managersPrior to the code revision, Dallas restaurant and food business managers had to submit an application form through the city to show they were certified...
Read more »