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📜 This Week in Indiana History 📜

Siege of Fort Vincennes (1779)

Did you know Indiana played a role in the American Revolution? In the winter of 1779, the frontier settlement of Vincennes was the focus of a dramatic Revolutionary War battle when the British-held Fort Sackville was attacked by the Continental Army. The fort served as a key link between Detroit and the Illinois country. Control of the post meant influence across the western frontier. 

The fort was captured by George Rogers Clark, who led the Americans, in 1778. The British then regained control and assumed winter would stop the Americans from taking it back. They were wrong. Clark marched 170 men nearly 180 miles through icy floodwaters all the way to Vincennes. They arrived unexpectedly and laid siege to the fort, relentlessly firing on it for two straight days. The British surrendered on Feb. 25 once they saw no end in sight.

Clark amazingly did this with zero American casualties, and secured control of the region and strengthened the U.S. claims to the Northwest Territory. You can visit this chapter in American history at George Rogers Clark National Historical Park in Vincennes, plus so much more highlighted here.

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IHSAA Girls Basketball State Finals Preview

Four games, four state champions. This Saturday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, eight high schools collide in girls basketball with legacies on the line. Here’s a preview of all four title games. (Get Indiana)

Fees to Save the Riviera Club?

The Riviera Club in Indianapolis is asking members to pay a $1,500 fee to avoid losing their membership. (IBJ)

Fan Guide to the NFL Combine in Indy

Indianapolis has hosted the NFL Scouting Combine annually since 1987, and it’s back again this week through Sunday, March 1. For football fans, it’s the marquee event to see future NFL stars. Best of all? It’s free to the public with many activations to entertain you, your friends, and kids if they’re along for the ride. (Get Indiana)

Visiting Indiana’s First Reservoir

Any idea which reservoir property was the first of its kind in Indiana? Hint: It’s home to Lieber and Cataract Falls State Recreation Areas. (Get Indiana)

A Bigger Purpose

Butler legend Kellen Dunham traded pro basketball for ministry. Learn how he's mentoring 50+ athletes through Athletes in Action on campus. (Get Indiana)

Built for Indiana Homes

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Two Indiana natives started Hope out of a garage, and 18 years later they offer employment to nearly 300 people while helping countless families in the greater Indianapolis area. They are a team known for honest pricing, fantastic customer service, and getting the job done right! 

If you need a home services company you can trust, Hope Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling is an easy recommendation.

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Jesús Latin Grill & Tequila Bar

Located in an old Carnegie library, Jesús Latin Grill & Tequila Bar in Mishawaka serves small plates and cocktails inspired by culture, flavors, and spices from Cuba, Colombia, Puerto Rico, Chile, Argentina, Peru, and more.

World’s Largest Ball of Paint

Have you always wanted to break a world record, even if it's just for a few hours or a day? Madison County is home of the World’s Largest Ball of Paint, and you can make an appointment to put a coat of paint on the giant blob yourself here.

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Events This Week

Bert Kreischer Permission to Party World Tour - Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne - Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. - Bert is back on the road touring with bigger shows, wilder stories, and zero shirts. Tickets.

90s Party ft. Run Forrest Run - Four Winds Casino South Bend - Friday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. - Rock your best 90s fit for a chance to win $1,000 in prizes. DJ Jellie Fish and Run Forrest Run will perform until 11 p.m. Details & Tickets.

2026 NFL Scouting Combine - Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis - Thursday, Feb. 26 through Sunday, March 1 (times vary) – The annual NFL Scouting Combine brings hundreds of the top college football prospects to Indy for drills and more. Attend Inside Look and Combine Experience events at Lucas Oil Stadium and enjoy an outdoor fan festival celebrating football at all levels. Details.

IHSAA Girls Basketball State Finals - Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis - Saturday, Feb. 28, Session 1 (1A and 2A) at 10:30 a.m. and Session 2 (3A and 4A) at 6 p.m. - Can Borden go back-to-back as 1A champions? Will Roncalli cut down the nets in girls basketball for the first time? Is perfection meant to be for Center Grove? Tickets.

Main Street Latin Party - Main Street Food & Bev in Downtown Evansville - Saturday, Feb. 28 at 9 p.m. - Get ready to move, mingle, and celebrate Evansville's diversity with music, dancing, food, fun, and drinks. Details.

👏 1 Big wIN 👏

The Indiana Department of Transportation announced almost $180 million in federal funding for infrastructure projects statewide, and Hancock County will receive $13 million of those funds for road safety and bridge upgrades. (WRTV)

In 2020, Hancock County's population was just over 80,000, but it has boomed past 94,000 already in 2026, making it one of Indiana's fastest-growing counties.

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🎧 Boots & Business with Indiana’s Western Wear Leader 🎧

🎙 Giddy-up! On today's show I saddled up with Jeff Boone, co-owner of Cowpokes Work and Western, an established Western apparel retailer in Indiana.

Jeff shares the origin story of Cowpokes, which began in 1993, and discusses the challenges and growth phases the business has experienced over the years. He also dives into the importance of community and the expansion of Cowpokes to a new location in Cloverdale in 2022.

Additionally, Jeff touches on his involvement in the auction industry, highlighting his family's long-standing history in auctions and how it has influenced his career.
 
If you like this episode and want to hear more Get IN. episodes where I interview Hoosiers making a difference, visit getindiana.com/podcast.

You are going to learn about:
- The Founding of Cowpokes Work and Western
- How Western Wear has Evolved Over the Years
- The Auction Industry

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