Shelby County has issued a Local Disaster Emergency Declaration and moved to a TRAVEL WARNING (RED) due to hazardous winter weather and dangerous road conditions. Read on...

Shelbyville has advanced to Silver Level status in the IDEM Clean Community Program just four months after earning Bronze designation, signaling both operational readiness and institutional maturity in environmental governance. Read on...

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Shelbyville Launches Podcast to Tell Community Stories to Support Growth and Belonging Read on...

The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce hosted a “State of the City” panel discussion Friday afternoon at the Wortman Family Civic Theatre on the city’s west side. Additional Info...

Shelbyville Police Department is accepting applications for their entry-level and certified police officers through March 31, 2026. Full Job Description & Application Materials

Women of Wastewater Awards celebrate the outstanding contributions, leadership, and innovation of individuals shaping the future of the water & wastewater sector. Among honorees is the City of Shelbyville's own supervisor, Shelly Higdon! Additional Info...

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Upgraded plant will create jobs, 32 million bushels of new corn demand Additional Info...

City of Shelbyville officials have returned from an international economic development mission that brought Indiana leaders to Japan and Germany to strengthen relationships with global companies that anchor the state’s manufacturing workforce. Read on...

The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has selected the City of Shelbyville to participate in its prestigious Clean Communities recognition program at the Bronze Level. Read on...

This week, Shelbyville welcomed its 10th Japanese teacher, Ms. Yuri Saito, who will teach at Coulston Elementary. Next week, the city will host a new delegation of students from Shizuoka for a weeklong immersion program. Read on...

Shelbyville High School has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation’s 2025-26 Best High Schools, ranking No. 78 in Indiana and No. 24 in the Indianapolis metro area. Read on...

The City of Shelbyville is experiencing unprecedented momentum in residential development, posting dramatic gains in new housing construction and attracting record levels of investment that are reshaping the community’s economy and regional standing. Read on...

The City of Shelbyville is taking a significant step toward modernizing access to public meetings by centralizing all live streams and archived recordings on its official YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@cityofshelbyville. Read on...

Residents can explore a growing suite of online tools that make it easier than ever to stay informed, report issues, and access public records 24/7. Read on...

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The Shelbyville Police Department is taking steps to address community concerns over noise complaints by equipping officers with new decibel meters, allowing for quicker and more accurate enforcement of the city’s noise ordinance. Read on...

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Now 100 years old, the Messick Masonic Temple houses Shelby Lodge No. 28, Messick Masonic Temple Board, Messick Preservation Foundation, Naamah Chapter No. 73, Order of the Eastern Star and the Shelby County Shrine Club. Additional Info...

A few months ago, Mayor Scott Furgeson asked Dyan Current what the biggest needs among the homeless population was. Her response was a safe place to sleep, because without that, those other concerns cannot be addressed. Additional Info...

Three new members will be inducted into the Shelbyville High School Alumni Hall of Fame, the district announced on Tuesday. Additional Info...

The Shelbyville Board of Zoning Appeals approved six development standard variances Tuesday for GMX Real Estate Group’s proposed Wawa convenience store and fueling station. Additional Info...

As the back-to-school season begins, the City of Shelbyville’s Behavioral Health and Equity Department is proud to launch “A Fresh Start”, a free laundry day for local families. Read on...

In a bold move toward modernizing community services and deepening citizen engagement, the City of Shelbyville’s Parks and Recreation Department has officially launched a brand-new mobile app. Read on...

New effort bridges service gaps through partnership with Salvation Army and Office of Behavioral Health and Equity Read on...

Shelby County has been officially certified as a Bird Town Indiana community partner, becoming the first county in the state to earn the designation. Full release from Shelby County Tourism

A long-anticipated addition to the Blue River Trail was officially completed with the installation of the Shelby Sundial, a permanent, interactive public art piece that enriches both the natural and cultural landscape of the trail. Read on...

Shelly Higdon, Superintendent of our Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF), passed the Indiana Department of Environmental Management’s (IDEM) Class D Wastewater Operator Certification Exam on June 20, 2025 Read on...

The Shelby County International Relations Council (SCIRC), in collaboration with the City of Shelbyville, proudly announced the departure of a student delegation to Shizuoka City/Kambara, Japan yesterday morning. Read on...

Bridge Deck Repairs and CSX Rail Reconstruction Complete; Full Closure Lifted Saturday Read on...

he City of Shelbyville is proud to celebrate the outstanding performance and professionalism of its Wastewater Recovery Facility team following their impressive showing at the 2025 IWEA Wastewater Challenge placing third in the Pretreatment Competition. Read on...

Mayor Furgeson joined fellow leaders from across Shelby County at the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce’s Municipal Matters event. The forum brought together elected and community representatives from five different Shelby County municipalities. Read on...

The Grover Center: Museum and Historical Society is honored to exhibit Utagawa Hiroshige’s Night Snow at Kambara in the gallery “Explore Shizuoka: Our Sister City.” Read on...

A series of full road closures in late May and June that will significantly impact traffic flow in key corridors of the city. Read on...

The City of Shelbyville is announcing a significant—but necessary—closure of North Riley Highway as part of CSX Railroad’s total rail and approach reconstruction project. Read on...

This weekend Mayor Scott Furgeson joined 86 fellow Indiana mayors at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the 67th Annual 500 Festival Breakfast at the Brickyard, presented by Midwestern Engineers, Inc. Read on...

The City of Shelbyville is proud to announce that Planning Director Adam Rude has been named the Outstanding Young Planner of the Year by the American Planning Association Indiana Chapter (APA-IN) as part of the 2025 Hoosier Planning Awards. Read on...

The City of Shelbyville Planning Department has officially launched an Urban Tree Inventory as part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing the health, safety, and sustainability of our urban forest. Read on...

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In the wake of recent flooding throughout Shelby County and the City of Shelbyville, the City of Shelbyville’s Building and Planning Departments will be conducting a series of urgent property assessments in the coming days. Read on...

New Interactive Gaming Installation Brings Fun and Community Connection to Shelbyville’s Historic Downtown Square Read on...

City of Shelbyville Takes Emergency Response to the Next Level with Traffic Signal Preemption System Read on...

Shelbyville Veteran Receives Mortgage-Free Home at Hummingbird Charitable Foundation's Inaugural Luncheon Read on...

Racing will begin Tuesday, Apr. 15 and run through Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, with first post set for 2:10 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday. Additional Info...

The multi-purpose space could be open as early as the fall of 2025 Additional Info...

When Trisha Tackett walked into the Shelbyville Parks and Recreation building on Feb. 6, 1995, the department would be forever changed. Additional Info...

Jones found out about the recognition last month when Chamber representatives came to the cafe to present a certificate announcing the award. He will receive the award later this month at the Chamber Gala Feb. 27. Additional Info...

Ongay comes from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Indianapolis, where he spent the last 18 years. He served as a unit director and in its administrative office, and is excited to get back into a club. Additional Info...

The Indiana Ready Mixed Concrete Association announced Shelby Materials as the recipient of the 2024 IRMCA Producer of the Year Award. Additional Info...

That period of his life took on a nostalgic and special significance last May when the Santa Clarita (California) Boys and Girls Club clubhouse was renamed in honor of the long-time board member, fundraiser, and tireless advocate. Additional Info...

Blue River Community Foundation has received a grant of $5,000,000 from Lilly Endowment Inc. through the Community Leadership Implementation Grants component of the eighth phase of its Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow (GIFT VIII) initiative. Read on...

This collaboration aims to increase affordable homeownership options for low-to-moderate-income residents in Shelbyville, marking a significant step forward in the city’s commitment to neighborhood revitalization. Additional Info...

The City of Shelbyville Street Department has been awarded a $15,470 grant through the Railroad Grade Crossing Fund (GCF) to enhance safety at railroad-highway intersections. Read on...

Located just southeast of Indianapolis, Shelbyville is one of the best kept secrets in the Indy region. If you like the comforts of rural living but also want close proximity to city life, congratulations! You’ve stumbled upon your community! Additional Info...

Governor Eric J. Holcomb and the Indiana Department of Transportation gathered today at the Pike County Courthouse in Petersburg with cities, towns, and counties from across southwest Indiana receiving portions of the nearly $140 million... Read on...

Since 2010, these grants have supported the ongoing efforts of local organizations to enhance the quality of life in the Shelby County community. Additional Info...

Local and regional leaders in the Accelerate Rural Indiana (ARI) region today announced the allocation of READI 2.0 funding to support the development of the new Non-Profit Center in Shelbyville, marking the region’s first investment. READI 2.0 Investments Launch in Shelbyville

Shelbyville, IN Awarded $444,069 Grant for Roadwork through INDOT Community Crossings Matching Grant Program Read on...

Major Health Partners Hospital and Taste of Shelby County Join Forces for Historic 100-Year Celebration Read on...

We are thrilled to announce the unveiling of the breathtaking sun installation, the final piece of our scaled solar system along the Blue River Trail Read on...

New Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons Installed in Shelbyville's Historic District to Enhance Pedestrian Safety Read on...

This significant infrastructure project aims to improve road safety, enhance pedestrian access, and incorporate new community-focused features to benefit both residents and visitors. Read on...

City of Shelbyville Parks and Recreation Invites Community to Participate in Community Input Survey for 5-Year Strategic Plan Development Read on...

The City of Shelbyville announces that Val Phares is stepping down from the Board of Works due to schedule conflicts Read on...

ARI is currently on track to become the first region in Indiana to reach the 65% milestone in regional development by the third quarter of this year, two quarters ahead of projections. Read on...

City of Shelbyville Releases Q2 Construction Video Update Showcasing Major Infrastructure Improvements Read on...

The City of Shelbyville is thrilled to announce that two local organizations have been awarded grants from the Indiana Arts Commission (IAC). Read on...

Shelbyville, a city steeped in history and tradition, took a confident step into the future on Tuesday and revealed its striking new brand: Next Door, Next Level. Additional Info...

After a seven-month process, the City of Shelbyville unveiled the city’s new logo and tagline with a presentation at the Intelliplex Conference Center on Tuesday. Additional Info...

The City of Shelbyville replaced its three-decade old logo and slogan “Pride in Progress” Tuesday at the Intelliplex Conference Center with a more modern looking logo and tagline, “Next door. Next level.” Additional Info...

Shelbyville, Indiana, is shedding outdated narratives and embracing a new era. Known in the past for economic stagnation, opioid and other drug addictions, and a wave of graduates who sought opportunities elsewhere, the town is turning a corner. Additional Info...

A new city logo and slogan (and video) arrived in Shelbyville this week, with “Next door. Next level.” replacing the long-standing “Pride in Progress.” Additional Info...

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With the Aviation Board’s approval of a lease agreement, Flight School Jeff Air is moving its operations to the Shelbyville Municipal Airport. Additional Info...

Shelby County will be Indiana's next BirdTown and the first in Central Indiana! With over 14 confirmed Bald Eagle nests, verified migratory patterns and a shear passion for our ornithological resources, Shelby County will ... Additional Info...

Yacht Rock, 70s Anthems, 80s Hard Rock, and more all summer long! Additional Info...