Golden Hoosier Award Nominations Being Accepted

Do you know an older Hoosier who has dedicated time and effort to their community?

INDIANAPOLIS – Do you know an Indiana resident with a heart of gold?

Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration’s Division of Aging is now accepting nominations for the 2022 Golden Hoosier Award.

Now in its 15th year, the program honors older Hoosiers for their lifetime of service and commitment to their communities.

To be eligible for the award, nominees must currently be an Indiana resident, aged 65 or older and have been a volunteer in the community for the past three years.

Nominations must be submitted by Friday, June 10.

Forms can be found here.

Since 2008, more than 200 Hoosiers have received the Golden Hoosier Award.

More from Local News

Events

Indiana Launches Smart SNAP to Promote Healthier Choices for Hoosiers

Beginning January 1, 2026, SNAP benefits can no longer be used to purchase sugary drinks or candy in Indiana.

Hidden Valley Golf Club Announces Golf Course Improvement Plan

The improvement plan is being broken down into two phases.

Raatz: Limiting Cell Phones in the Classroom

The State Senator from Richmond has filed a bill that would prohibit cell phone use during the school day.

Local Sports Report - December 12, 2025

Report missing stats and scores to news@eaglecountryonline.com

Former EC Star Named College All-American

This is not the only postseason award for the Mount St. Joseph star.

Local Sports Report - December 10, 2025

Report missing stats and scores to news@eaglecountryonline.com

On Air

Your Hometown Radio Station playing
Brad Paisley - Anything Like Me [feat. Huck Paisley]

David Allan Coe The Ride 19:41
Mary Chapin Carpenter I Feel Lucky 19:34
JD SHELBURNE Raised on the Good Stuff 19:31
Eric Church Record Year 19:28