Host James Lott Jr is in Clinton Indiana for the Little Italy Festival. He's Trying Bagna Càuda For the First Time! Special Guests Ron Stateler and Doug Hess. Voice and Camera by Chris Wood. 
Bagna càuda is a warm Italian dipping sauce from Piedmont in northern Italy. The name roughly means “hot bath.” It’s traditionally made with anchovies, lots of garlic, olive oil, and sometimes butter. It’s served warm, almost like fondue, and you dip vegetables into it—things like peppers, celery, fennel, artichokes, cabbage, or even bread. The flavor is savory, garlicky, salty, and rich. Even though anchovies are a main ingredient, they usually melt into the sauce rather than tasting like whole fish.

Host James Lott Jr talks about his upcoming trip to Vermillion County!

The Vermillion County Veterans Service Office in Indiana helps veterans and eligible family members understand and apply for local, state, and federal benefits related to military service. The office works with the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and veterans’ organizations. Veteran Service Officer: Inee Mahan
Address: 255 S. Main Street, Newport, IN 47966
Mailing address: P.O. Box 503, Newport, IN 47966
Office phone: 765-492-5346, extension 346
Cell: 765-826-6365
Fax: 765-492-5347
Email: [email protected] Office hours: Monday and Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Appointments are recommended. The office can generally assist with matters such as VA disability claims, pensions, health benefits, survivor benefits, military records, burial benefits, and state veterans’ programs. Calling before visiting would be best because the office has limited weekly hours.

James Lott Jr has a talk with former Vermillion County resident Andy Natalie.
Andy Natalie is an experienced IndyCar mechanic and crew chief associated with Dreyer & Reinbold Racing, an Indianapolis-based team best known for competing in the Indianapolis 500. For the 2024 Indy 500, Natalie served as the chief mechanic for Ryan Hunter-Reay’s No. 23 Chevrolet. In that role, he helped oversee the preparation, setup, maintenance and race-readiness of the car throughout practice, qualifying and race weekend. He has a technical background that includes an Airframe and Powerplant certification from Vincennes University, which reflects the type of advanced mechanical training useful in high-performance motorsports.

Joshua is doing two things he loves at the same time! We have a great convo! Support is new film Maniacal.

Vermillion County recieved two awards.
The National Association of Counties, usually called NACo, is a national organization that represents county governments in the United States. It gives counties a voice in federal policymaking, helps county leaders share ideas and best practices, provides research and education, and supports county officials and staff across the country. NACo works with America’s counties, parishes, and boroughs on issues like public safety, health, infrastructure, economic development, emergency management, and government funding. In simple terms: NACo is like the national advocate and resource hub for county governments. It helps counties work together and speak with one voice in Washington, D.C.

James Lott Jr talks with Event Organizer Brittany Page about the June 27th Event in Clinton Indiana!

June 13-20, 2026
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Vermillion County Indiana residents care about their county.