Mike Wolanin | The Republic Cindy Frey, right, shows Kurt Schoenegge around Propeller makerspace at the Columbus Municipal Airport in Columbus, Ind., Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022.
A local makerspace is continuing to grow and expand its horizons — and will be able to do so for at least a few years, with an $580,000 economic development grant from the state.
Columbus Propeller Board President Bryan Rushton and Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce President Cindy Frey recently updated the Columbus Redevelopment Commission on the center’s progress.
Propeller has been described as a place for both “makers” and entrepreneurs. It is located in two buildings that are owned by the Columbus Municipal Airport and were previously occupied by Cummins, Inc, which had used the space for testing engines.
“This is a community innovation center — a place for training, enrichment and…
