(Indianapolis, IN) – Two Southeastern Indiana businesses were among 34 honored by Gov. Mike Braun at the Statehouse on Monday with the Governor’s Century and Half Century Business Award, which goes to businesses that have supported the state’s economy and communities for 100 and 50 years, respectively.
The Big Squirt in St. Paul and Aurora Emergency Rescue were Half Century honorees.
The Big Squirt was founded in 1968 in St. Paul. The second-generation family business is owned by Daniel E. Baldwin and managed by his son, Daniel H. Baldwin, continuing a tradition of entrepreneurship and quality service.
The company in Decatur and Shelby counties provides custom power washing, specializing in mobile fleet washing and exterior house washing.
Aurora Emergency Rescue (AER) was founded by eight volunteers trained in Red Cross Advanced First Aid with a vision of providing the highest quality emergency medical care to the community. Since recording its first squad run in 1950, Aurora EMS has consistently been at the forefront of pre-hospital emergency medicine, becoming one of the first agencies in Dearborn County to adopt new certifications, lifesaving equipment, and advanced levels of care.
AER remains dedicated to honoring its founders’ mission by continually advancing emergency medical care, investing in modern technology and training, and striving to provide the highest level of patient care and the best possible outcomes for every patient it serves.
“Today is a celebration of these Indiana businesses and a recognition of the dedication and resilience they have shown over the past 50 or 100 years,” said Gov. Braun. “These 34 businesses have been powering Indiana’s economy for decades and are true examples of the Hoosier spirit and work ethic, demonstrating a remarkable commitment to their crafts, their customers and their communities.”
The Governor’s Century and Half Century Business Awards honor Hoosier businesses and organizations that have remained in operation for a minimum of 100 or 50 consecutive years, respectively, and have demonstrated a commitment to community service.
More than 1,300 Indiana companies have been recognized during the award’s 34-year history.
