LEAP district

State and local leaders take part in ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Lilly facility May 6, 2026.

Local News

Lilly unveils new genetic medicine facility in Lebanon LEAP District and $4.5 billion investment

Zak Cassel

Lilly will produce next generation medicines on the campus, including for weight management, obesity and heart disease.

Tom Rzepka addresses representatives of the various entities involved in the development of the LEAP project. Community members gathered, February 10, 2026, at New Augusta Public Academy, to discuss their concerns about the impact Lebanon’s LEAP project will have on water leaving and returning to the Eagle Creek Reservoir.

Local News

Utilities answer questions about LEAP district, Eagle Creek water deal

Mirror Indy - Staff

Deal would send up to 25M gallons of water daily to Boone County, some from Eagle Creek.

Indiana Economic Development Corporation Senior Vice Presidents Brock Herr, left, and Mark Wasky testify before the State Budget Committee on Dec. 17, 2024.

Statewide

Lawmakers approve more money for LEAP District, adds to total that's in hundreds of millions

Brandon Smith

The State Budget Committee approved an additional $85 million to be spent on and around the controversial LEAP development district in central Indiana.